Louis Theroux travels to the West Bank to meet Israeli settlers living in the heart of one of the world’s most disputed territories. With unprecedented access to radical nationalists, devout religious families, and young pioneers, he explores the deep motivations behind the settlement movement — a movement seen by some as a divine mission and by others as a major obstacle to peace. Through candid interviews and tense moments, Theroux examines the impact of these communities on Palestinian lives, the broader Israeli society, and the fragile hopes for a two-state solution. Thought-provoking and immersive, The Settlers offers a rare window into a conflict that continues to shape the future of the Middle East.
This gripping five-part docuseries marks the 50th anniversary of the fall of Saigon, revealing how a distant war redefined two nations. With unseen footage, candid interviews, and damning presidential recordings, it exposes the political manipulation, battlefield tragedies, and societal fractures that shaped the Vietnam War. From Washington’s strategic missteps to the raw trauma of those on the ground, it shows how the conflict shattered trust in government and left wounds that still resonate today. The first three episodes trace the war’s slow ignition and its rapid spiral into chaos. They take viewers deep into the secretive early stages of the U.S. military buildup, then shift to the complex realities inside Vietnam, with personal accounts from soldiers on both sides. The series then confronts the shock of the Tet Offensive and the atrocities of Mỹ Lai, dismantling the illusion of a winnable war. These opening chapters set a powerful tone—intimate, harrowing, and unflinchingly honest.
In Episodes 4 and 5, the war reaches a brutal turning point. As the Tet Offensive erupts, Hunter embeds with American and South Vietnamese troops caught completely off guard. What unfolds is raw, unfiltered chaos—urban combat in shattered cities, desperate ambushes in the jungle, and a shocking realization that the war is far from over. Through Hunter’s lens, we see not just the front lines, but the crumbling morale, the divided home front, and the faces of those questioning what they’re fighting for. These episodes pull you straight into the eye of the conflict—and what you’ll witness will stay with you forever.
In the shattered streets of Gaza, four young lives unfold with raw intensity and haunting contradictions. Ayman Alyazouri and his companions navigate the chaos of relentless airstrikes, makeshift shelters, and impossible choices—while holding fast to a worldview shaped by conflict and a fervent hatred they scarcely question. Their daily struggle to find safety and meaning is captured in unflinching detail, blending scripted scenes with documentary realism to reveal the emotional cost of generations raised in perpetual war. This gripping portrait invites viewers to witness an unsettling intimacy with those who dream not of peace, but of vengeance.
The documentary tells the story of several families as they attempt to escape oppression in North Korea, revealing a world most of us have never seen. They grew up believing their land was paradise. Now, they risk everything in escaping it. In an unforgettable film, follow them on a treacherous journey to defect from their homeland of North Korea, as the threat of severe punishment and possible execution looms over their passage. Directed by Madeleine Gavin, the documentary centers around Pastor Seungeun Kim, a South Korean human rights activist and director of the Caleb Mission, which has rescued over 1,000 North Korean defectors since 2000.
Lev Parnas' rise from a small-time hustler to a key figure in one of the biggest political scandals of recent years is nothing short of astonishing. This documentary unravels how a non-political businessman became entangled in Donald Trump’s inner circle, working alongside Rudy Giuliani to dig up dirt on Joe Biden and his son, Hunter. Through Lev's own words, and insights from his wife Svetlana, we witness his journey from being a pawn in Trump’s orbit to the courtroom where he faced his 2021 conviction. The film delves into Lev's realization of being manipulated for political gain, as well as the personal and legal consequences that followed. With a unique insider perspective, the documentary paints a gripping portrait of Lev's involvement in the Trump-Ukraine scandal, shedding light on the complexities of power, loyalty, and the destructive reach of political ambition.
Through candid interviews and tense moments, Theroux examines the impact of these communities on Palestinian lives, the broader Israeli society, and the fragile hopes for a two-state solution. Thought-provoking and immersive, The Settlers offers a rare window into a conflict that continues to shape the future of the Middle East.