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Their magnificent courage and ferocious combat struck terror in enemies. Their fabulous wealth made them the most powerful men in Europe. Yet their secret rites inspired rumors of heresy during the later Crusades, these sword-wielding monks were captured and burned at the stake. HISTORY journeys deep into the Middle Ages to unravel the extraordinary history of the Knights Templar. Leading historians reveal their fantastic origins and period accounts, and reenactments animate their legendary...

From the initial sparks of revolution in Boston to the climactic Siege of Yorktown and beyond, hear the story of the war within the Revolutionary War through the eyes of some of the most significant African American figures of our country's foundation, including Crispus Attucks, Peter Salem, Phillis Wheatley, and James Armistead Lafayette. Executive produced and narrated by NBA legend, best-selling author, and respected activist Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, this program features interviews with...

This whimsically edgy comedy, directed by Jamie Babbit, follows teenager Megan (Natasha Lyonne), whose suburban existence filled with friends, cheerleading, and all-American fun is upended when her straight-laced parents suspect she may be a lesbian. In a panic, they send her to True Directions, a "rehabilitation" camp run by the strict and prudish Mary (Cathy Moriarty), to mount an intervention led by counselor Mike (RuPaul Charles). Megan dutifully follows the program until she develops...

In the wild and extravagant heyday of the Gilded Age, Newport, Rhode Island was the summer retreat for America's social elite. In this quaint coastal town, "the 400" of high society built their most magnificent estates summer palaces filled with rare marble and glass, woodwork, art, and even solid gold taps running salt and fresh water. America's Castles takes an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of the famed Newport Mansions, from the 50-room Chateau Sur Mer, the first of the great "cottages,"...

It is truly the grandest of all American homes. Built by George Washington Vanderbilt, Biltmore dwarfs all the mansions built by his illustrious forefathers, even the Breakers "cottage" in Newport. America's Castlestakes a remarkable top-to-bottom tour of the largest home ever built in America. With its 255 rooms, the Biltmore is a monument to the extravagance and eccentricity of its owner. See footage of its construction, and go behind the scenes with the men and women who work there to learn...

His life story reads like a soap opera script. Born Robert Craig Knievel, this wild, young man from the rough mining town of Butte, Montana dreamed of becoming rich and famous. After years of struggle, Bobbie's alter ego Evel Knievel became the world's most famous daredevil. His exploits are legendary and it's unlikely his accomplishments--or notoriety--will ever be duplicated. Now, he's paying a high price for the life he led. He lives in constant pain from the incredible abuse his body...

Gene Wilder is back as "Cash" Carter in this follow-up to MURDER IN A SMALL TOWN. This time, his investigation threatens to turn him into the next victim of a mysterious killer.

It was the most watched TV broadcast ever: the verdict in the O.J. Simpson case brought America to a standstill, as tens of millions of people in offices and homes nationwide waited to see the outcome of the most sensational criminal case of all time. AMERICAN JUSTICE examines all the evidence, pores over the testimony and details the complete story of the "trial of the century," from the low speed chase to the bloody glove to the verdict that divided America. In revealing interviews, many of...

In honor of the 150th anniversary of the Civil War, HISTORY(tm) presents a special episode of AMERICAN PICKERS. Mike and Frank, on assignment from the Gettysburg Museum, hunt down Civil War items. Along the way the guys have some extracurricular, Civil War themed fun. They hunt for war relics using metal detectors and get into the spirit by joining a local re-enactment group, leading their respective troops into battle, each of them getting to fire their muskets. While uncovering rare items...

The first and only series in which celebrities share their real-life personal encounters with the paranormal, Celebrity Ghost Stories represents a new breed of documentary storytelling that is compelling, surprising, and downright spooky. Told completely through the first-person narratives of respected actors, musicians, and athletes who have experienced these phenomena themselves, the ghostly encounters are brought to life through highly stylized, cinematic re-creations. From deeply emotional...

From the remote islands of Alaska to Louisiana's gator-filled swamps, nine Ax Men teams once again face death-defying challenges in the series' fifth season. Via 20 one-hour episodes, HISTORY showcases America's loggers ranging from charismatic Montana cowboys to the reigning Papac champs, each packing their own agenda for a sweet taste of that million-dollar green gold. Embarking on the toughest season of their careers, this year's crews attempt to conquer Mother Nature, themselves and the...

Anderson Silva is the deadliest man on the planet the longest-reigning UFC Champion, and the most feared fighter in mixed martial arts. Like Water offers a unique perspective of the living legend as he trains with fellow fighters Lyoto \"The Dragon\" Machida, Junior Dos Santos, and Antonio \"Minotauro\" Nogueira, in preparation for his career defining title defense against challenger, and arch villain Chael Sonnen. A man of few words, Anderson Silva walks the fine line between cockiness and...