Abandoned Railways from Above

The Channel Tunnel: 25 Years

2026

The Channel Tunnel stands as an engineering triumph and a testament to what can be achieved when two nations, Britain and France put aside their historic differences and work together. On the 25th anniversary of its opening, we reflect on what it took to build the longest undersea tunnel ever constructed.

Forgotten Planet

2026

Explore the cast-offs of humanity - buildings, compounds and even entire cities abandoned by humans for years.

Eisenbahn-Romantik

2026

Railway-related documentary covering modern railway systems, museum railways and their facilities as well as items on model railway layouts. Politics and criticism is not left out; the series reports on closures, controversial model ideas, delays to reconstruction plans or smart commuter transport concepts.

Swiss Railway Journeys

2026

Swiss Railway Journeys is a captivating series showcasing the beautiful Swiss countryside as seen from its immaculate railways. First stop is Canton Ticino where visitors can admire the Italian influenced architecture before travelling high into the Alps through densely wooded valleys to marvel at this spectacular mountain range. Until the advent of railway engineering in the 1880's it was impossible for travellers to cross the Alpine backbone from Northern Europe to Italy during winter. Now the route can be seen in its entirety from the dramatic scenery from the heart of the Confederation to the Mediterranean in the south. Also on the itinerary is the glamorous resort of St Moritz, the breathtaking Albula Line with its lofty viaducts spiral tunnels and deep gorges and the beautiful Entelbuch valley. Swiss Railway Journeys offers more options than a Swiss Army Knife.

Michael Portillo's 200 Years of the Railways

2026

Michael Portillo celebrates the modern railway’s 200th birthday, revealing the journey that changed the world.

Britain's Favourite Railway Stations with Si King

2026

Si King, Siddy Holloway and Damion Burrows explore the extraordinary spaces that take us beyond catching a train to the hidden worlds where heritage, technology and community converge.

Die gefährlichsten Bahnstrecken der Welt

2026

Trainspotting with Francis Bourgeois

2026

The TikTok sensation, Francis Bourgeois, will give audiences and his guests a glimpse into the art of wild transpotting.

The History of the Greek Railways

2026

It all starts on 1830, when young George Stephenson manufactures the first steam engine and the first railway networks are built soon after. Railway becomes a crucial factor in the development of trade and military strength for a country, with its ability to quickly transport soldiers and munitions. Railways expand rapidly in Europe and arrive soon in Greece.

Verliebt in Berlin

2026

The original season follows the life of the unsophisticated but good-natured Lisa Plenske, and her incongruous job at the ultra-chic Berlin fashion house Kerima Moda; while the second season revolved around Lisa's ham-fisted but sly half-brother Bruno and junior designer Hannah Refrath.

Lace

2026

A young actress gathers three former school friends to find out which one is her natural mother, who gave her up for adoption as a newborn.

Jeroen's Abandoned Adventures

2026

In the new Discovery series, Jeroen van Koningsbrugge visits the most spectacular, deserted and remote places and buildings. Together with Bob Thissen, an expert in finding and exploring abandoned structures, he discovers places where no one has set foot for years. Raw and forgotten locations, only accessible to true adventurers. They look for the stories behind these mysterious places, which sometimes reveal a shocking history. In Hungary, France, Italy and Turkey they come across hidden war bunkers, old sulfur mines, dilapidated hotels, a ghost village and, as a grisly highlight: a 17th century mass grave under a manhole cover in Genoa.

Train to the End of the World

2026

In a seemingly ordinary rural town, something strange is happening to the residents. But Shizuru Chikura is more concerned for her missing friend. Determined to find her, Shizuru and three other girls board an abandoned train and travel to the outside world, unsure if they'll make it back alive. As they venture toward the unknown, the question looms: What awaits them at the final stop?

Media Watch

2026

An Australian media analysis television program currently focusing on critiquing the Australian media.

Webdreams

2026

Webdreams is a Gemini Award-nominated Canadian TV show produced by Showcase. It airs on Showcase and IFC.