Dan Snow follows the route of Odysseus across the Mediterranean, beginning with the world of Troy and the Bronze Age warriors who inspired Homer’s epic. Sailing through Greece and the Ionian islands, he explores places traditionally associated with the Cyclops, Circe, the Sirens and other episodes of the hero’s long journey home, while examining the archaeology and historical evidence behind the legends. Along the way, Dan asks how much of the story may preserve memories of real places, peoples and events from the ancient Greek world. His voyage ends at Ithaca, where Odysseus’s struggle to return to his family reaches its climax. Combining myth, history, archaeology and travel, this documentary reveals how one ancient story became one of the most influential adventures ever told.
As a handful of tech billionaires accumulate unprecedented wealth, they are no longer just disrupting industries—they are challenging the very foundations of democracy, finance, and national sovereignty. With remarkable access to their world, this eye-opening investigation encounters figures such as cryptocurrency mogul Justin Sun, venture capitalist Tim Draper, and influential technology investor Peter Thiel, uncovering ambitious plans to create private cities, experimental micronations, and new technology-driven forms of government. From blockchain empires such as Tron to radical schemes designed to bypass traditional institutions, their ultimate goal may be nothing less than reshaping the global financial and political order. Travelling from Silicon Valley to controversial territories where these ideas are being tested, the film reveals the extraordinary ambitions of a new technological elite. As private fortunes gain influence once reserved for governments, one unsettling question emerges: are these visionaries building a freer future—or quietly creating a world governed by rules written by the ultra-rich?
In the final two episodes, the documentary investigates the immense geological forces that continue to reshape our planet. Scientists and adventurers travel to Guatemala's Volcán de Fuego, one of the most active volcanoes on Earth, capturing spectacular eruptions, rivers of lava, and towering ash clouds from astonishingly close range. Along the way, the series reveals how volcanoes are formed, how tectonic plates trigger earthquakes and tsunamis, and how volcanic activity can even create entirely new islands in the middle of the ocean. The journey then turns to one of nature's most breathtaking displays: the Aurora Borealis. In the frozen landscapes of northern Sweden, scientists uncover how powerful storms on the Sun send streams of charged particles towards Earth, illuminating the night sky with vast curtains of color. Combining stunning footage with cutting-edge research, the documentary explores solar activity, space weather, eclipses, and the remarkable connection between our planet and the forces that originate far beyond its atmosphere.
In the shadows of American cities, far from the promises of prosperity and comfort, countless forgotten lives struggle to survive day after day. This deeply human documentary travels through streets, shelters, abandoned corners, and invisible communities where homelessness has become a harsh and permanent reality for many U.S. citizens. Through intimate encounters and raw testimonies, the film reveals the emotional wounds, broken dreams, addiction, loneliness, and resilience hidden behind faces most people pass without noticing. Accompanied by the haunting and unmistakable voice of Tom Waits, the documentary creates an atmosphere that is both poetic and devastating, transforming this journey into an unforgettable experience filled with humanity, sorrow, dignity, and reflection. More than a portrait of homelessness, it becomes a powerful exploration of abandonment, survival, and the fragile line separating ordinary life from complete social exclusion.
Fifteen years after becoming a global sensation as the tallest man on Earth, Sultan Kosen returns in a deeply personal and emotionally charged documentary that reveals the hidden cost of living inside a body that never stopped growing. Standing over 2.51 metres tall, Sultan became famous across the world, but behind the records and media attention was a painful battle against a rare medical condition that threatened both his mobility and his life. Now, as worsening health problems force him to rely increasingly on wheelchairs, he travels to London for critical medical evaluations that could determine whether his body can still be saved. At the same time, another life-changing moment approaches: Guinness World Records must officially measure him once again to decide whether he still holds the title that shaped his entire identity. But beyond the fame, the documentary reveals a far more intimate story — his failed marriage, his loneliness, and his continuing hope of finding love and building a family. Combining emotional honesty, medical suspense, and the extraordinary reality of a man unlike any other, the film builds toward a gripping conclusion that could change Sultan’s future forever.
The film takes you on a journey through the four Papal Basilicas in Rome and their treasures: St. Peter’s (one of the 25 destinations most visited by travelers from all over the world), St. John in the Lateran, St. Mary Major and St. Paul Outside the Walls. Four majestic buildings – each with a precious papal altar, each a treasure trove of timeless works of art and a destination for millions of travelers and pilgrims over the centuries – play the leading role in a new film tour that has been recognized as a work of cultural interest by the film board of the Ministry of Culture, Heritage and Tourism.
Along the way, Dan asks how much of the story may preserve memories of real places, peoples and events from the ancient Greek world. His voyage ends at Ithaca, where Odysseus’s struggle to return to his family reaches its climax. Combining myth, history, archaeology and travel, this documentary reveals how one ancient story became one of the most influential adventures ever told.