Lionsgate

For years, people have claimed that the government has covered up proof of the existence of UFOs. For years, the government has denied the rumors as groundless. Spaceships versus weather balloons. Aliens versus mannequins. Both sides claim the other is lying or misguided; both sides present considerable evidence. Examine some of the most famous UFO cases of all time in an attempt to get to the bottom of this ongoing debate. Does the secret military base in Nevada known as Area 51 house the...

Coyame, Mexico is a small town not far from the US border. It's home to three thousand people and possibly the best-kept secret of all-time. In August of 1974, the USA military was tracking a mysterious object over Mexico; then suddenly it disappeared from radar near Coyame. At the same time a civilian plane headed in the opposite direction is reported missing. What follows next is the stuff Hollywood blockbusters are made of: a crash site, a spacecraft, dead bodies, a covert recovery mission,...

In 1641, a deadly combination of treacherous waters and high winds brought the Concepcion to an untimely end. Though the ship would never sail again, its saga was just beginning. For over 300 years, tales of the treasure aboard the lost galleon brought adventurers to the Caribbean. It is just one quirk of the Concepcion's tale that she was found twice! THE WRECK OF THE CONCEPCION tells the story of Burt Webber, who invested years researching and preparing to salvage the lost ship. In 1978, he...

Earth gives birth to volcanoes when hot magna rises to the surface, infiltrates weak spots in the outer crust, and explodes in a spectacular burst of energy and power that can kill thousands in moments. Despite this apparent danger, people insist on living near live volcanoes. In a high-tech look at man's attempts to control Mother Nature, learn how scientists test volcanoes for signs of impending activity, and why seemingly tranquil mountain peaks can reawaken to spew lava and ash without...

Here's the fascinating story of Catherine Shelton, a criminal defense attorney in Dallas, Texas. Catherine was known as a tough, smart lawyer and a dogged advocate for her clients; she was also known for her own run-ins with the law outside of the courthouse. But no one could have guessed what happened next. One of Catherine's former business associates was shot and left for dead, and the victim told police that Catherine and her husband Clint did it.

In darkened alleys and on city streets, a war of flames rages on. Firefighters rush into burning buildings, one step behind and arsonist who strikes the match. Join Bill Kurtis and arson investigators from Chicago's police and fire departments as they sift the ashes of a fire's devastation, searching for clues and motives to the arsonist's identity...as a city wages war on arson.

Known for his roles in Full House, hosting America's Funniest Home Videos, edgy stand-up comedy routines, and guest-starring turns on Entourage, Bob Saget definitely has a unique view of the world. His unflinching observations about offbeat people and lifestyles in his stage performances have sparked him to break down barriers to investigate-hands-on and in-depth-some of the most fascinating subcultures in American society; from the world of Bigfoot hunters to fraternity brothers to...

In 2002, a series of mysterious oil spills spread alarm up and down the Northern California coastline, when a 200-mile stretch of beaches became littered with the carcasses of oiled animals. Experts soon realized they had an escalating disaster on their hands. Finally, the leak was traced to a 50-year old wreck--the SS Jacob Luckenbach, a tanker that sank in 200 feet of water. Join our divers as they explore the deteriorating tanker and learn the extreme challenges the oil-removal team faces.

Ramses II was perhaps the greatest pharaoh to rule ancient Egypt. His reign lasted 67 years--it was one of the longest in Egyptian history. As king of one of the most powerful civilizations in the world--he possessed endless energy and a determination to insure his name and his civilization would stand immortal. He was seemingly a true patron of family life. He had at least half-a-dozen principal wives--the most notable being Nefertari. He has also been credited for having sired over 100...

From Hawaii to the Caribbean, this is a tropical tour of some of the most exotic and historic mansions in the world. Visit the magnificent Iolani Palace in Honolulu, originally built for King Kalakaua and Queen Lili'uakalani, who succeeded her husband and was Hawaii's last monarch. Highlights include the throne room and the splendid tropical gardens, and rare footage shows what the palace was like when it was still a royal home. Puerto Rico's La Forteleza is the oldest residence in the Western...

From one of America's first noted interior designers to legendary poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, America's Castles visits the homes of some of our most influential artists. Henry Davis Sleeper fashioned the interiors of homes for Joan Crawford and Robert Vanderbilt, among others, and was one of the most sought-after and successful interior designers of his age. Visit his magnificent Beauport, a 48-room showcase of the talents of its owner set among stunning gardens. Get an exclusive look at...

On October 27, 1904, the mayor of New York City switched on the city's first subway car, unexpectedly took over the controls, and scared diplomats and dignitaries alike with his high-speed tour under Manhattan! Before World War I, Los Angeles had the greatest trolley system in the world, but it was intentionally dismantled by a holding company representing Firestone, Standard Oil and General Motors. URBAN TRAINS is an illuminating ride through the history of the trolleys, subways and light...