National Geographic 9

During the last three decades, war and terrorism have devastated much of Afghanistan's rich cultural past. Two giant Buddha statues were blown up by the Taliban, gold and priceless archaeological artifacts disappeared, artworks were destroyed, historic films were burned. But many courageous Afghan people were determined to save their heritage. Join National Geographic as it highlights the efforts of heroic Afghans who have refused to allow their culture to be destroyed. Marvel at the priceless treasures that have re-emerged, and listen to the stories of people who risked death to defy extremists threatening to obliterate Afghanistan's past, and of others with deep roots in the country who can finally come home now that the conflict has subsided.

This film travels to Kodinhi - a village in the Indian state of Kerala dubbed ‘Twin Town’ by locals. Out of a community containing just two thousand families Kodinhi is home to more than two hundred and fifty pairs of twins. It’s a fact that’s quickly earned the village a reputation for being ‘The doppelganger capital of the world’.

National Geographic holds court in the pantheon of magazine journalism for many reasons, the biggest of which is its breathtaking photography. But what makes a picture perfect? What goes into its creation? By taking ten stills and examining the work that goes on behind the lens, this documentary lets you into the world of professional photography and shows you the glamour, grit and guts that go into capturing some of history's best moments.

Go inside the cunning mind of a charming criminal genius as National Geographic tells the dramatic story of this fearsome pirate who preyed on Caribbean trade routes. Blackbeard: Terror at Sea charts the exploits of Englishman Edward Teach, an intelligent and charismatic leader who confounded the powers of England and Virginia as he overtook and pillaged 40 ships in two years, stealing hidden cargo and precious exports to and from the Caribbean. Featuring sea chases, cannon battles and swordplay Blackbeard: Terror at Sea provides an exciting dramatization of one of the most notorious men in American history.

In the most brutal migration on the planet, ride shotgun with ZuluEcho545 and FoxtrotOne, a zebra mother and her son. They run the gauntlet through crocodile infested rivers and lion offensives, culminating in the world’s ultimate ambush: the Mara River – where the biggest crocodiles in Africa are on the attack.

Megafactories: Williams F1 New Megafactories is back with brand new episodes, to lift the lid on some of the most forward-thinking supercar production plants on the planet. Automobile engineering reaches its peak in the high-tech, high-spec world of Formula 1. With unprecedented access to Williams F1's futuristic development factory, see the ins and outs of Williams' FW33 F1 Car

National Geographic Insect Wars

National Geographic Rat Genious

Peter Bergen tracks the CIA and US Navy SEALs on the hunt to kill Osama bin Laden. What they ultimately find is an unexpected intelligence win fall.

National Geographic Martian Robots

See the world's first MRI scan of a great white shark as Ultimate Shark reveals the extreme engineering and predatory abilities of one of nature's most near perfect predators. Hear firsthand accounts of people who survived harrowing encounters, including a surfer who was bitten on the arm and leg, towed by the surfboard ankle strap and miraculously escaped only with minor injuries. National Geographic demystifies the true motives and power behind their behavior.

National Geographic Animal Omens