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Film following Nasa psychologist Dr Al Holland as he prepares Mars-bound astronauts for the psychological demands of a three-year absence from Earth.

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Film following Nasa psychologist Dr Al Holland as he prepares Mars-bound astronauts for the psychological demands of a three-year absence from Earth.

Bonnie Greer looks back on the extraordinary life of one of literature’s most significant and inspirational figures, Maya Angelou, through an exploration of the BBC archives.

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civil rightsenglish literaturepoetry

Bonnie Greer looks back on the extraordinary life of one of literature’s most significant and inspirational figures, Maya Angelou, through an exploration of the BBC archives.

The extraordinary story of Una Marson, a trailblazing poet, playwright and campaigner, and the first black producer and broadcaster at the BBC.

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black britonsbritish historypoetryrace

The extraordinary story of Una Marson, a trailblazing poet, playwright and campaigner, and the first black producer and broadcaster at the BBC.

The story of how the crown prince of Saudi Arabia combined vision and ruthlessness to transform his country - and how he became one of the most powerful leaders in the world.

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monarchypoliticssaudi arabia

The story of how the crown prince of Saudi Arabia combined vision and ruthlessness to transform his country - and how he became one of the most powerful leaders in the world.

The story of the extraordinary rise to power of the man who runs Saudi Arabia and whose control of oil affects everyone, starting with how he outwitted hundreds of rivals to become crown prince

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monarchypoliticssaudi arabia

The story of the extraordinary rise to power of the man who runs Saudi Arabia and whose control of oil affects everyone, starting with how he outwitted hundreds of rivals to become crown prince

  • Defiance: Fighting the Far Right

  • Satiyesh Manoharajah

The story of how - from 1976 to 1981 - Britain's Asian community stood tall against far-right violence and a rising tide of racist murders

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politicsracismthe far rightuk history

The story of how - from 1976 to 1981 - Britain's Asian community stood tall against far-right violence and a rising tide of racist murders

Documentary. Part two of this mini-series focuses on the construction, design and significance of the stone circle itself and the ancient civilisation that flourished around it.

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ancient historyarchaeology

Documentary. Part two of this mini-series focuses on the construction, design and significance of the stone circle itself and the ancient civilisation that flourished around it.

Documentary following a group of international archaeologists, who believe that a new state-of-the-art approach is the key to unlocking Stonehenge's secrets.

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ancient historyarchaeology

Documentary following a group of international archaeologists, who believe that a new state-of-the-art approach is the key to unlocking Stonehenge's secrets.

Documentary by film-maker Christoffer Guldbrandsen which examines Trump ally Roger Stone, the Make America Great Again movement and the violent attack on the US Capitol.

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Documentary by film-maker Christoffer Guldbrandsen which examines Trump ally Roger Stone, the Make America Great Again movement and the violent attack on the US Capitol.

2024 is the 50th anniversary of ABBA’s iconic performance and victory at Eurovision. With the contest taking place in Sweden, this film celebrates that historic occasion by telling the epic story of ABBA’s greatest period of musical achievement.

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abbageneral interesthistorymusic

2024 is the 50th anniversary of ABBA’s iconic performance and victory at Eurovision. With the contest taking place in Sweden, this film celebrates that historic occasion by telling the epic story of ABBA’s greatest period of musical achievement.

Documentary. David Olusoga traces the bitter propaganda war waged between the pro-slavery lobby and the abolitionists.

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black historybritish historyhistoryslavery

Documentary. David Olusoga traces the bitter propaganda war waged between the pro-slavery lobby and the abolitionists.

Documentary about the abolition of slavery. Huge sums of money were paid out in compensation, not to slaves, but to slave owners.

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black historybritish historyhistoryslavery

Documentary about the abolition of slavery. Huge sums of money were paid out in compensation, not to slaves, but to slave owners.

Documentary tracing how understanding of the powerful and changing weather phenomenon that is the jet stream - a ribbon of fast-moving air high in the atmosphere - has grown.

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earth sciencescience and natureweather patterns

Documentary tracing how understanding of the powerful and changing weather phenomenon that is the jet stream - a ribbon of fast-moving air high in the atmosphere - has grown.

Daley Thompson takes an epic journey to tell the story of the complex man behind one of the greatest all-round athletes the world has ever seen.

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athleticsbiographydaley thompsonsport

Daley Thompson takes an epic journey to tell the story of the complex man behind one of the greatest all-round athletes the world has ever seen.

Using fascinating archive from Andy Murray’s life and career, this programme is an in-depth exploration of his incredible journey from Dunblane to becoming a sporting legend.

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andy murraybiographysporttennis

Using fascinating archive from Andy Murray’s life and career, this programme is an in-depth exploration of his incredible journey from Dunblane to becoming a sporting legend.

A Storyville documentary about an extraordinary football tournament, told through the fearless voices of the women who took part and including recently uncovered archive footage.

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footballgenderhistorysportwomenwomen's rights

A Storyville documentary about an extraordinary football tournament, told through the fearless voices of the women who took part and including recently uncovered archive footage.

Documentary following researchers as they try to take the first-ever picture of a black hole. They must travel the globe to build a revolutionary telescope that spans planet Earth.

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astronomyphysicsscience and naturespace science

Documentary following researchers as they try to take the first-ever picture of a black hole. They must travel the globe to build a revolutionary telescope that spans planet Earth.

Amy Winehouse’s image is known around the world. But just a handful of iconic shots and private snaps reveal a new story: an extraordinary life through a unique lens.

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amy winehousearts and culturebiographymusic

Amy Winehouse’s image is known around the world. But just a handful of iconic shots and private snaps reveal a new story: an extraordinary life through a unique lens.

Three scientists go onto and into the Greenland ice sheet – further than anyone has travelled before – to find out how fast the ice is melting and gather the data that will help predict our future.

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climate changeenviromental scienceglobal warming

Three scientists go onto and into the Greenland ice sheet – further than anyone has travelled before – to find out how fast the ice is melting and gather the data that will help predict our future.

Using dramatic reconstruction, declassified cockpit audio recorded by the astronauts themselves and film archive, this is the untold story of the first moon landing.

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astroautshistory of space travelmoonnasaspace

Using dramatic reconstruction, declassified cockpit audio recorded by the astronauts themselves and film archive, this is the untold story of the first moon landing.

  • Pompeii: The New Dig

  • Elena Mortelliti

Still springing surprises. The biggest dig in a generation unearths fascinating secrets. Exciting discoveries and illuminating animations bring the ancient Roman city to life.

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ancient historyarchaeologyromans

Still springing surprises. The biggest dig in a generation unearths fascinating secrets. Exciting discoveries and illuminating animations bring the ancient Roman city to life.

Follows the journey in the career of English football great Wayne Rooney, from his professional debut at the age of 16 to becoming Manchester United and England's all-time top scorer.

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biographyfootballsportwayne rooney

Follows the journey in the career of English football great Wayne Rooney, from his professional debut at the age of 16 to becoming Manchester United and England's all-time top scorer.

  • The Rise and Fall of Boris Johnson

  • Barry Ronan

From scandal, cunning and betrayal to a disgraced downfall, we explore how Boris Johnson's career has shaped the future of Britain

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boris johnsonhistorypoliticsuk politics

From scandal, cunning and betrayal to a disgraced downfall, we explore how Boris Johnson's career has shaped the future of Britain

Oscar-winning documentary following Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny as he and his team unravel a plot to poison him with deadly nerve agent novichok.

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historynavalnypoliticsrussia

Oscar-winning documentary following Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny as he and his team unravel a plot to poison him with deadly nerve agent novichok.

  • The Space Shuttle That Fell to Earth

  • BBC

2003 - millions watch live as Columbia breaks up in the sky over Texas, killing all on board. NASA, loved ones and investigators share how an incredible journey ended in tragedy.

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engineeringhistory of space travelnasaspace

2003 - millions watch live as Columbia breaks up in the sky over Texas, killing all on board. NASA, loved ones and investigators share how an incredible journey ended in tragedy.

Reggae performances from the BBC archive, featuring Bob Marley, Gregory Isaacs, Desmond Dekker, Burning Spear, Althea and Donna, Dennis Brown and many more.

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art and culturemusic

Reggae performances from the BBC archive, featuring Bob Marley, Gregory Isaacs, Desmond Dekker, Burning Spear, Althea and Donna, Dennis Brown and many more.

A deep dive into Pep Guardiola’s relentless pursuit of perfection and the methods and motivations that have led him to leave a lasting imprint on the beautiful game.

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biographyfootballsport

A deep dive into Pep Guardiola’s relentless pursuit of perfection and the methods and motivations that have led him to leave a lasting imprint on the beautiful game.

  • Miners' Strike 1984: The Battle for Britain

  • Channel 4

Forty years after, through the eyes of those directly involved, this powerful series explores the bitterly divisive strike that wounded the soul of the nation

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industrial relationspoliticsthatcherismuk history

Forty years after, through the eyes of those directly involved, this powerful series explores the bitterly divisive strike that wounded the soul of the nation

BAFTA-winning journalist Robert Moore lifts the lid on 2024 US presidential candidate Donald Trump's latest comeback and asks if he really can make a return to the White House.

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BAFTA-winning journalist Robert Moore lifts the lid on 2024 US presidential candidate Donald Trump's latest comeback and asks if he really can make a return to the White House.

Poet, rapper, playwright and recording artist Kae Tempest is one of the most viscerally exciting artists working in Britain today. They are the youngest ever recipient of the prestigious Ted Hughes prize and have been nominated for both the Brit and Mercury music awards.

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art and culturemusicpoetry

Poet, rapper, playwright and recording artist Kae Tempest is one of the most viscerally exciting artists working in Britain today. They are the youngest ever recipient of the prestigious Ted Hughes prize and have been nominated for both the Brit and Mercury music awards.