Real Stories
Real Stories is a documentary podcast that curates immersive films and stories exploring a wide range of human experiences from around the world. It features award-winning documentaries and aims to offer a diverse and captivating selection. The show encourages listeners to subscribe and join a community of documentary enthusiasts. It is part of the Little Dot Studios Network.
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The Global Significance of Electing the Pope
The Catholic Church, reeling from an unprecedented papal resignation and internal scandals, faced a critical juncture. This documentary chronicles the consequential conclave that followed, culminating in the election of Jorge Mario Bergoglio as Pope Francis. The selection of the first Latin American pontiff in over a millennium marked a significant shift for the institution.The narrative examines
When Cousins Marry
This powerful documentary reveals the tragic health problems suffered by children born within first-cousin marriages and explores the controversy surrounding this cultural phenomenon. A disproportionate number of rare recessive genetic disorders occur amongst those of South Asian and especially Pakistani descent and the programme investigates the science, political and social consequences of marry
America's Poor Kids (Poverty Documentary) | Real Stories
In the United States, child poverty has reached record levels, with over 16 million children now affected. Food banks are facing unprecedented demand, and homeless shelters now have long waiting lists, as families who have known a much better life have to leave their homes, sometimes with just a few days notice. America’s Poor Kids meets three children whose families are struggling to get by, and
Jobless: Life Unemployed (Poverty Documentary) | Real Stories
As the unemployment statistics once more start to head up, BAFTA winning film-maker Brian Woods takes us behind the numbers to the people they represent.Uploaded 16-11-17Filmed throughout 2009, and seen in part through the eyes of the children, Jobless tells the interwoven stories of several families, across the length and breadth of Britain as both husbands and wives cope with losing their jobs,
The Man Who Starved For 55 Days
Fed up with obesity, 32-year-old Kenny embarks on a personal mission: a 55-day fast on only water, attempting to break a world record. This intimate documentary goes inside the intense physical and emotional journey, detailing his struggle against food addiction, the extreme cravings, and the spiritual euphoria he experiences. With doctors advising caution, Kenny faces the psychological reasons be
Women In Indiana's Maximum Security Prison Meet Sir Trevor McDonald
Veteran broadcaster Trevor McDonald ventures inside two prisons that hold some of America’s most notorious women criminals, to find out how they got there, and what their life is inside the prison system.Uploaded 19-07-18Indiana Women’s Prison and the Rockville Correctional Facility in the State of Indiana hold over 1800 offenders. Some are serving long sentences for very violent crimes, others wi
Igor: The Boy Who Dared To Dream (Medical Documentary) | Real Stories
Following the success of the major award-winning documentary Igor - Child Of Chernobyl, the team return to continue this remarkable story.Uploaded 17-01-17Watch the first part of Igor's story: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I88w3IxO-MgWant to watch more full-length Documentaries? Click here: http://bit.ly/1GOzpIuFollow us on Twitter for more - https://twitter.com/realstoriesdocsFacebook - https:/
Pure O: Unstoppable Instrusive Thoughts (Extreme OCD Documentary) | Real Stories Original
Pure O sufferers are tormented by unwanted thoughts. Their heads are constantly filled with intrusive images of violence, rape and abuse to the extent that they begin to believe they really are murderers, rapists or even paedophiles. With such disturbing symptoms it is often difficult for people to come out and talk about it.Uploaded 08-06-18‘Pure O: Thinking the Unthinkable’ brings this largely h
The Murderous Poet: A Killer in the Literary World
Nobody would have guessed that Pierre- François Lacenaire would become a murderer; he was born into a well-to-do family and was a brilliant student. Early on he found he had a passion for letters and poetry. But he will end up on fringes of society. His violent crimes lead to his journey towards what he used to call his fiancee, "guillotine".Uploaded 01-02-17On December the 14th 1834, Mrs Chardon
Abducted (Crime Documentary) | Real Stories
It’s every parent’s worst nightmare, a child snatched and smuggled overseas. The number of children abducted by an estranged partner has doubled in the UK in the last decade.Uploaded 15-09-18Want to watch more full-length Documentaries? Click here: http://bit.ly/1GOzpIuFollow us on Twitter for more - https://twitter.com/realstoriesdocsFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/RealStoriesChannelInstagram
Exposing The Dark Side Of The Clean Eating Diet Trend
Vlogger and body-positive internet queen Grace Victory tries clean eating on for size. Is this the lifestyle change we all need, or another fad diet in disguise - a fad diet with potentially dangerous consequences?Uploaded 01-01-26Instagram - @realstoriesdocsAny queries, please contact us at: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Julian Assange: Inside the Wikileaks Saga
From an anonymous hacker to a global figure, Julian Assange and his organization WikiLeaks forever changed how we see the world. This is the definitive story of a man who believed in a singular mission: to expose the truth, no matter the cost. We follow Assange from his early days as a computer programmer to the founding of WikiLeaks in 2006, a platform that would become notorious for publishing s
The World’s Most Dangerous Places To Be A Christian Exposed
Another church lies desecrated, its sacred statues and writings ransacked and in ruins. Many of us take for granted that we can worship as we please. But in some parts of the world, freedom of religion is not a protected right. The ability to practice one’s faith and beliefs can come at a dangerous and demoralizing price. Martin Himel accompanies Majed El Shafie through Egypt, Iraq and Pakistan. T
Liam Payne: The Dark Side Of Boy Band Fame
'Liam Payne: The Price Of Fame' dives deep into the life and tragic death of former One Direction star Liam Payne. From his meteoric rise to global fame as a teenager to his struggles with substance abuse, anxiety, and the intense pressures of the music industry, this film uncovers the hidden toll celebrity took on him. Featuring expert analysis, intimate accounts, and dramatic re-enactments of hi
The Doctor Who Gave Up Drugs (Medical Documentary) | Real Stories
The Doctor Who Gave Up Drugs (Medical Documentary) | Real StoriesDr Chris Van Tulleken is embarking on a daring medical experiment that could change the way we think about our health forever.Britain is addicted to prescription drugs. They’re doing us more harm than good, the evidence for their efficacy is wafer-thin and they’re costing the NHS a fortune. It’s a medical crisis – and Chris is determ
Fly Through the Largest Construction Project Ever Undertaken in Europe
Get a preview of London's new Crossrail tunnel - Europe's largest hidden building site.Uploaded 13-02-18Want to watch more full-length Documentaries? Click here: http://bit.ly/1GOzpIuFollow us on Twitter for more - https://twitter.com/realstoriesdocsFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/RealStoriesChannelInstagram - @realstoriesdocsContent licensed from Little Dot Studios. Any queries, please contac
Bikini Atoll Nuked: How 23 American Atomic Bombs Poisoned Generations For Decades
Between 1946 and 1958, the U.S. detonated 23 nuclear weapons over Bikini Atoll, unleashing a firestorm that would poison four generations. Nuked resurrects the suppressed history of the Cold War’s first victims – the Bikinian people, torn from paradise and condemned to wander a radioactive diaspora.Uploaded 05-08-26Through meticulously restored archival footage, the film amplifies the voices of th
Travelling On Trash (Adventure Documentary)
GOLD AWARD at the Spotlight Documentary Film Festival.Uploaded 13-04-18Six friends sail down the Mississippi, one of the most polluted rivers in the world, on a raft made of plastic bottles, to explore how plastic and other pollution is affecting America’s iconic river.The raft, constructed from used bottles and other repurposed materials, travels down the second longest river in the USA for 56 da
The Hidden Lives Of Jerusalem: Beyond the Headlines
In this episode of 24 Hours Jerusalem, we go where the news cameras rarely look. As the day progresses, we track the invisible lines that divide neighborhoods and the surprising moments where those lines blur. From the intense security of the Old City checkpoints to the bustling coexistence in the markets, witness the raw reality of life in the world's most contested square mile.Uploaded 29-12-25I
Inside Uganda: Reporting the Truth Can Get You Killed
What does it cost to tell the truth?Uploaded 01-08-26This episode examines independent journalism in Uganda, following a local investigative reporter. After witnessing his desperate plea for help, we make an unusual decision: to bring him a new camera. It is a choice that challenges the traditional boundaries of journalism and raises difficult questions about objectivity, responsibility, and what
New Evidence, New Answers? The Endless Search For Flight MH370
On March 8, 2014, Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 vanished with 239 people on board, triggering the most expensive and complex search operation in aviation history. From mysterious U-turns and "ghost flight" theories to the groundbreaking satellite data that tracked the plane seven hours after it went dark, this documentary investigates why the Boeing 777 remains missing 10 years later.Uploaded 22-04
Can This Doctor Work Without Prescribing Drugs? (Medical Documentary) | Real Stories
Can This Doctor Work Without Prescribing Drugs? (Medical Documentary) | Real StoriesDr Chris Van Tulleken is embarking on a daring medical experiment that could change the way we think about our health forever.Britain is addicted to prescription drugs. They’re doing us more harm than good, the evidence for their efficacy is wafer-thin and they’re costing the NHS a fortune. It’s a medical crisis –
What Is The REAL Secret to Victoria Beckham's Success?
Everyone thinks they know the story. A Spice Girl marries a football superstar, and "Brand Beckham" is born. But that isn't the real story.Uploaded 09-10-25This documentary goes beyond the tabloid headlines to uncover the calculated blueprint Victoria used to build her own empire. We reveal the shrewd ambition, the quiet resilience against an industry that dismissed her, and the relentless work et
Nuclear Doomsday Devices: The Cold War's Ultimate Weapons
For decades, the chilling threat of nuclear war cast a long shadow over the world. This documentary takes you back to the heart of the Cold War, a time when two superpowers stood poised, each with enough atomic power to wipe humanity off the map. We explore the terrifying concept of Mutually Assured Destruction, a grim paradox where peace was maintained by the sheer certainty of total global annih
Investigating The Conspiracy Behind Michael Jackson's Shocking Death
On June 25, 2009, American singer Michael Jackson died of acute propofol and benzodiazepine intoxication at his home on North Carolwood Drive in the Holmby Hills. His personal physician, Conrad Murray, said he found Jackson in his room, not breathing and with a weak pulse, and administered CPR on Jackson to no avail.Uploaded 24-04-26On August 28, 2009, the Los Angeles County Coroner ruled that Jac
Louis Theroux Reflects On The Deepest Regret of His Entire Career
In light of the unmasking of Jimmy Savile as a predatory sex offender, and 15 years on from the BBC documentary When Louis Met Jimmy, Louis Theroux sets out to understand how a man who was at the centre of British entertainment and charitable fundraising for decades was able to get away with a long litany of crimes.Uploaded 12-07-26In this reflective 75-minute film, Louis talks to some of Savile's
How Did Alex Lewis' Family Cope With His Illness?
After a terrible disease takes his limbs and leaves him facially disfigured, Alex Lewis' family show just how unconditional their love is.Uploaded 14-09-18For more of Alex’s story, watch the full documentary here: https://youtu.be/dMqeMcIO_9wWant to watch more full-length Documentaries? Click here: http://bit.ly/1GOzpIuFollow us on Twitter for more - https://twitter.com/realstoriesdocsFacebook - h
The Most Wanted Man In Yemen: Hunting The USS Cole Bomber
From 'CIA Declassified', Season 1, Episode 2: Before 9/11, the bombing of the USS Cole in a Yemeni harbor was one of al-Qaeda's deadliest strikes on the US. This top-secret documentary reveals the extraordinary two-year mission by the FBI and CIA to hunt down the plot's mastermind, Abu Ali al-Harati. With the investigation hampered by local authorities and threats of violence, intelligence agencie
Missed Call (BAFTA Winning Documentary) | Real Stories Original
Winner of Best Short Form Programme at the BAFTA Television Awards 2019.Uploaded 25-05-18How do you reconnect with a father who’s been gone for most of your life… what do you say, what do you write?‘Missed Call’ explores the relationship between the filmmaker and her teenage son as they work out how to reconnect with his father who’s been absent for a decade.Shot on an iPhone X, it explores the ma
Commando: On The Front Line | Episode 1 (Military Training Documentary) | Real Stories
Join acclaimed documentary maker Chris Terrill (The Cruise) as he follows a group of young commandos moving from civilian life to the front line of war. With unprecedented access to both the training and battle grounds, cameras capture the exhilaration, intensity and fear of Troop 924 of the Royal Marines as they prepare for war. After 32 weeks of intensive training, are they ready for what lies a
The CIA's Longest Hunt For The World's Most Wanted Terrorists | CIA Declassified
When Al-Qaeda launched its first major attacks on America by bombing US embassies in Africa, the CIA knew it had to respond. This is the incredible, true story of a legendary CIA operative who was tasked with hunting down the terrorists responsible. His mission: infiltrate Somalia, the world's most dangerous country, a no-go zone for Americans since the disastrous "Black Hawk Down" incident. This
Meet The Child Drug Runners Who Are Trapped By Gangs
With extraordinary access, this film follows the children trapped in the dangerous world of drug running; exploring how they got into it and why they can’t get out.Uploaded 24-01-26Instagram - @realstoriesdocsAny queries, please contact us at: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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For The Love Of God: The Man Who Thinks He's Jesus (Cult Documentary) | Real Stories
For the Love of God is a unique and compelling documentary examining the world of a man who believes he has had a 2000 year existence as Jesus Christ. Featured on Sky News, ITV’s This Morning, and the BBC, former IT worker Alan John Miller has been heralded by the media as a fantasist, and even a dangerous cult leader. However, his teachings are global, reaching tens of thousands across the intern
Aliens Undercover: The Real Men In Black Exposed
The myth of the suit and sunglasses hides a much darker reality that has haunted witnesses for over seventy years. This documentary follows the trail of the genuine Men in Black, starting with the very first threats issued in the 1940s to modern-day accounts of psychological warfare. You will hear the recovered audio tapes of Woody Derenberger, a man whose life was upended by a telepathic entity k
Girls Just Wanna Have Fun! Five Days Without Parents | Girls Alone I Real Stories
Girls Alone (Social Experiment Documentary) Uploaded 20-02-17Boys Alone tested the common belief that a pack of boys left together in a house with no adult control for a long period of time will self-destruct – the theory couldn’t have been more right. This film applies the same house rules and observes what happens when ten 12 year old girls are left in a house alone for five days.Want to watch m
The Dangers of Gun Violence in America
Every day, hospitals across America witness the devastating toll of gun violence, a relentless crisis that leaves lives shattered and communities grieving. This documentary follows the trauma surgeons, nurses, and outreach workers who fight to save lives in the chaos of emergency rooms, while highlighting the long-term struggles survivors face after the news cameras leave. It tells the stories of
The Secret Life of Ed Gein: Inside a Killer's Mind
In 1957, the sleepy town of Plainfield, Wisconsin, was home to one of the most shocking crime stories in American history. When police began searching for a missing woman, they stumbled upon a house of horrors that would change the true crime landscape forever. This documentary tells the true story of Ed Gein, a quiet and seemingly harmless man who was hiding a gruesome secret inside his rural far
Louis Theroux Goes Under Knife and Explores Extreme Plastic Surgery
Louis Theroux pulls back the folds of plastic America and gets under the skin of the plastic surgery patients that crowd the clinics of Beverly Hills. Louis becomes a part of the plastic surgeon's daily lives, joining them for their consultations and operations in the search for everlasting youth. As Louis tries to understand the motivations of the patients lining the streets of America, he begins
Commando: On The Front Line | Episode 5 (Military Training Documentary) | Real Stories
Join acclaimed documentary maker Chris Terrill (The Cruise) as he follows a group of young commandos moving from civilian life to the front line of war. With unprecedented access to both the training and battle grounds, cameras capture the exhilaration, intensity and fear of Troop 924 of the Royal Marines as they prepare for war. After 32 weeks of intensive training, are they ready for what lies a
Decades of Love: How 20 Marriages Evolved (Marriage Documentary)
The Weddings page of the Brighton and Hove Gazette. August 1980. Twenty couples all on one page – captured for a moment in time. What would happen to those happy, smiling couples once they embarked on married life together? What would the intervening 25 years bring with them? Wedding Days proved to be a fascinating journey – a charming, moving film that provided a social history of Britain, a uniq
The Assassination Effect: How The World Reacts to Political Killings
What happens to a nation when a political leader is killed? From the assassination of JFK to the attempt on Donald Trump, this film explores how a single bullet can change the course of history forever. We examine the rise of political violence and the profound impact it has on society, exploring how these events have shaped political landscapes and left enduring legacies. Through the lens of nota
What Happens To A Brain That Never Plays?
Once considered trivial, science is now proving that play is essential for a healthy brain and resilient spirit. 'The Power Of Play' explores the deep, evolutionary roots of play across the animal kingdom—from dogs and Bonobos to Komodo dragons and octopuses—and reveals how this instinct shapes intelligence, social skills, and emotional health. With children now spending dramatically less time in
Britain's Elderly: The Forgotten Poor (Poverty Documentary) | Real Stories
In 1997 Prime Minister Tony Blair promised the nation that there would be no forgotten people in the Britain he would build. Uploaded 15-05-17Old is an investigative documentary from Kate Blewett and Brian Woods (Eyes of a Child, Slavery and The Dying Rooms) that shows that being old and forgotten are tragic, undeniable realities for many people in Blair's Britain. Through a handful of characters
The Boy Who'll Never Grow Up (Extraordinary Person Documentary) | Real Stories
As a tiny primordial dwarf, Nick Smith is not your average 21 year old. His mum has to buy him baby clothes and his younger brother towers over him. Despite the challenges, Nick is determined to fulfil his life's ambitions.Uploaded 14-07-18Want to watch more full-length Documentaries? Click here: http://bit.ly/1GOzpIuFollow us on Twitter for more - https://twitter.com/realstoriesdocsFacebook - htt
The Story of Mo Farah: Why I Run (British Icon Documentary) | Real Stories
Join Sir Mo Farah as we see the personal sacrifices and dedication it takes to be the most decorated athlete in British athletics history.Uploaded 11-09-18To see more Mo, check out his YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzefeIxBpFzEHh-bPSfTBNgWant to watch more full-length Documentaries? Click here: http://bit.ly/1GOzpIuFollow us on Twitter for more - https://twitter.com/realstoriesdoc
Life Inside America's Toughest Prison For Kids
This video looks back at Adam's final days behind bars, the interviews we conducted from his prison cell, the interview we did with him the day of his release, and ultimately, the happy moment he reunited with his grandparents who showed up at the prison to take him home. The video also includes an interview with Adam's grandparents and an update at the end of the video that states how things turn
The Secret Behind This Toddler's Superhuman Strength
Three-year-old Liam Hoekstra isn't your average toddler. He has a rare condition that's given him extraordinary muscle mass and strength, making him a medical mystery. This documentary explores Liam's incredible abilities, from outperforming kids twice his age in strength tests to his surprising daily routine. We look into the science behind his condition, comparing him to "super cows" and even Ol
How To Recognize You're In A Toxic Relationship (Before It's Too Late)
'Love Hurts' features young people bravely sharing their personal, harrowing experiences with emotional abuse, physical violence, and sexual coercion in their relationships. Hear the stories of Lily, who felt forced into intimacy to keep her boyfriend; Rose, who endured a volatile relationship fuelled by depression and self-harm; and Chris, who navigated abuse in his first secret gay relationship.
The Complicated Life Of The Clintons
As one of the most powerful couples in politics for the last few decades, the Clintons' continued political influence has not been without complication.Uploaded 03-02-26Instagram - @realstoriesdocsAny queries, please contact us at: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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A Mother's Twisted Love (Cancer Hoax Documentary) | Real Stories
This disturbing film tells the inside story of a mother, Terri Milbrandt, who pretended her daughter had cancer and appealed to her close- knit community for help to pay the medical bills. Seven-year-old Hannah had her head shaved and was given sleeping pills by her mother. It seems that when she awoke she was told she had had chemotherapy. Her teachers arranged counselling for Hannah to prepare h
The Fog of War: The Trauma Of Friendly Fire
They call it the fog of war - when brothers in arms accidentally kill each other. Two parallel stories, in Afghanistan and in France set 60 years apart, explore the emotional wake of these military tragedies.Uploaded 10-02-26Instagram - @realstoriesdocsAny queries, please contact us at: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Aileen Wuornos: America's Most Vicious Female Serial Killer
Discover the shocking true story of Aileen Wuornos, the female sex worker who became one of the world's most notorious serial killers. Between 1989 and 1990, Wuornos murdered seven men in Central Florida, marking a violent crime spree unprecedented for a female killer. This documentary details her brutal childhood, her decade-long spiral, the undercover police sting that finally tracked her down,
Raw and Uncensored Holocaust Survivors Recount Horrific Nazi Experiments
Adolf Hitler’s regime of terror and destruction inflicted brutal horrors throughout the Third Reich. Ideas of making Germany great again and establishing a pure race indoctrinated the German people to support him indefinitely. The Nazi Regime under Adolf Hitler imposed some of the most insane forms of eugenics and medical experiments the world has ever seen.Uploaded 27-01-26Instagram - @realstorie
The Community in India That’s Shunned by the Public
In the heart of Rajasthan, a rarely seen side of India unfolds—where nomadic blacksmith communities known as the Gadia Lohars live on the fringes of a rapidly modernizing nation. Despite a rich history as royal craftsmen and loyal followers of Maharana Pratap, many now struggle with extreme poverty, lack of education, and displacement. This documentary follows their journey from centuries-old vows
Virgin Soldiers (Modern Military Documentary) | Real Stories
Award-winning filmmaker Dodge Billingsley tells the story of India Company, 3rd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment - crack US frontline troops.Uploaded 14-06-17With some as young as 19, the invasion was the first time any of them had actually been sent into combat. Having joined up with the regiment two months before they went into battle and watched them train and prepare, Dodge was able to experienc
Inside The BTK Killer's 30 Year Reign Of Terror
From World’s Most Evil Killers Season 3, Episode 16: or over 30 years, Wichita, Kansas, lived in fear of Dennis Rader, the infamous serial killer who stalked, tortured, and murdered ten people—including two children—in a reign of terror fueled by a need for control and notoriety. A pillar of his community, church president, and scout leader, Rader lived a twisted double life, inventing the chillin
The Human Mannequin: Living With A Rare Genetic Disorder Turns Muscle Into Bone
This film is about an inspirational Scottish 18-year-old who is determined to be accepted in the picture-perfect world of fashion, despite her disability. Often in pain and with deteriorating mobility, she puts herself on the line to prove she can work alongside the country’s fashion elite. In the process, she reveals a surprising side to the notorious fashion world.Uploaded 18-04-26Instagram -
Solving His Best Friend's Suspicious Death | Deception, False Identity, and Tragedy | Real Stories
Looking For Mike (Mysterious Death Documentary) | Real StoriesUploaded 16-09-17Looking For Mike follows filmmaker Dylan Reibling as he investigates the mysterious death of his friend, computer salesman Michael De Bourcier. Mike's sudden death in 2002 has remained an unsolved cold case with the Toronto Police - until the filmmakers started digging deeper. They attempt to uncover his real identity,
Survival Inside The World's Toughest Women's Prison
How do inmates survive Singapore’s only women’s prison? Follow six women as they navigate the harsh realities of life behind bars. From a mother-daughter reunion and a long-awaited family visit to the constant threat of "lockup," tensions rise as they face the weight of their pasts and the uncertainty of their futures.Uploaded 21-04-260:00 Inside the women’s prison2:10 Joanna's prison cell05:01 Ar
Girls On Tour (Tennis Documentary) | Real Stories
Released in 2002, Girls On Tour enters the most exclusive girls club in the world, the Sanex WTA women's tennis tour, where women are treated like princesses and the top players are all millionaires. Anna Kournikova, Jennifer Capriarti, the Williams sisters and Martina Hingis have all achieved fame and fortune on the tennis courts, but at what price? Looking good for the sponsors, a ruthless ranki
Inside Kennedy's Assassination: The Biggest Cover-Up In American Political History
The assassination of President John F. Kennedy remains the most debated and controversial moment in modern American history. This feature-length documentary dives deep into the events of November 22, 1963, examining the official Warren Commission report and the mountains of evidence that suggest a conspiracy. From the complex life of lone gunman Lee Harvey Oswald—a former Marine and defector with
Unmasking COVID-19's True Origin
Four years after a global health crisis changed everything, the truth about COVID-19's origin remains one of the biggest unanswered questions of our time. Was it a natural event, a jump from animals to humans, or did it accidentally escape from a lab? This documentary takes you inside the intense debate, following the scientists, journalists, and whistleblowers who dared to ask difficult questions
Kelly And Her Sisters (Poverty Documentary) I BAFTA WINNER | Real Stories
Kelly's family lives in a condemned housing estate in South Birmingham. Her family has been surviving off public assistance in the months since her stepfather left. Fungus grows in the windows.Uploaded 08-09-18This documentary is an affecting record of the day-to-day life of a family living in a condemned house on a run-down estate in Birmingham. Kelly and her sisters talk freely to a camera in th
The Challenges Of Having Tourettes As A Kid
It is thought that one in 100 school children are affected by Tourette’s Syndrome, a neurological condition affecting the brain and nervous system that is characterised by involuntary, random sounds and movements, known as tics - most are boys.There is no cure, but there is hope, thanks to a pioneering treatment programme at the world renowned leading children’s hospital Great Ormond Street. This
Inside The School That Fights Taliban Brainwashing
The incredible story of the Sabaoon School in Pakistan, which uses psychology, religious scholars and other techniques to reverse years of Taliban indoctrination of young boys. Filmed over 18 months, the film exposes the violence and hardship these boys experienced in the Taliban, including aborted suicide missions, abduction and brainwashing. But its mission of rehabilitation is not without its p
Abducted At 14: Aberash's Fight for Justice in a Male-Dominated World
14-year-old Aberash was walking home from school when a group of horsemen thundered across the plain and kidnapped her. They beat her up, forced her over the back of a horse and took her to a hut where she was raped by a 28-year-old farmer. Only afterwards did she realise that the man who had taken her virginity by force now considered himself to be her husband.Uploaded 05-07-17In Ethiopia’s Wild
This Man Executed 62 People Then Simply Left
What is the true cost of the death penalty? This documentary explores the complex moral landscape of capital punishment through the eyes of those who have lived it. From Jerry Givens, a former chief executioner who put 62 people to death before questioning the system, to families of murder victims who find themselves at odds over the meaning of "closure." We follow the harrowing story of Earl Wash
The Russians Are Coming (Super Rich Russians Documentary) | Real Stories
The Russians Are Coming lifts the lid on the exclusive world of super rich Russians who want an English Public School education for their children. Dina Karpova epitomises the aspirational and determined Russians who are embracing the capitalist ethos of the West. A glamorous international property broker, she capitalises on Russia’s love for all things English. Dina has sent her own son to school
Who Really Killed Tupac Shakur? | Part 5
The murder of Tupac Shakur has long been one of music and true crime's greatest unsolved mysteries. Now, with a suspect arrested 27 years later, this documentary tells the full story of his final year. Through exclusive police interviews and insider accounts, we reveal the tense power struggle between Tupac and his record label, Death Row Records. You'll hear from the people closest to him about h
In The Shadow Of Feeling (Psychopath Documentary) | Real Stories
At age 14, a young Canadian boy named “Johnathan” decided to murder his friend and fellow schoolmate during a lunchtime recess. He later turned himself in, was found guilty of first degree murder, and is now serving a life sentence in a medium security prison. While on trial, “Johnathan” was labeled as a psychopath, a person with no ability to feel remorse or empathy for his actions. Uploaded 27-0
The Daily Struggles of Living With Dwarfism
This compelling documentary takes you into the lives of individuals across Britain who live with dwarfism, offering an intimate look at their daily realities and inspiring journeys. From facing misconceptions in the workplace and navigating the challenges of relationships, to pursuing ambitious careers in culinary arts, fashion, and entertainment, these remarkable people are redefining what it mea
A Life Lost to Prison: Sentenced to Life Since Childhood
At age fifteen, Kenneth Young received a life without parole sentence, a fate this film chronicles through years of confinement and a dedicated fight for a second chance. This documentary examines the crimes leading to his harsh punishment and their impact on victims, while also highlighting his efforts toward change and the steadfast support of his family. Legal battles arguing for the recognitio
Unforgiven: The Tragedy of James Bulger and His Killer Boys | Real Stories True Crime Documentary
Unforgiven: The Boys Who Killed A Child (Jamie Bulger Documentary) | Real StoriesUploaded 17-02-18This powerful and disturbing documentary covers the outcry approaching the release of Robert Thompson and Jon Venables, the two 10 year old boys who killed 2 year-old James Bulger in 1993. Re-telling the tragedy, the film presents the protests against their release from an institution, delves into the
World's Smallest People
A mixture of engaging stories with accessible popular science about the human body, this revealing insight into some of the world’s smallest people, including primordial dwarf He Ping Ping, the world’s shortest man who weighs the same as an average one year old, and Britain's shortest man Michael Henbury, whose young son towers above him. Explaining what effect their height has on their health and
Apollo 17: The Last Men on the Moon (Space Documentary) | Real Stories
The remarkable story of the determination and courage of a generation. A tribute to three brave astronauts and the thousands of men and women behind them during the final days of NASA's Apollo program.Uploaded 06-06-18Want to watch more full-length Documentaries? Click here: http://bit.ly/1GOzpIuFollow us on Twitter for more - https://twitter.com/realstoriesdocsFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/
Sorry I Shot You: Story of a Changed Man (Restorative Justice Documentary) | Real Stories Original
OFFICIAL SELECTION Webdance Film FestivalUploaded 02-03-18Dean Stanbury aka Stana was a bad-boy gangster and grime rapper growing up in East London. Then one fateful day in 2006 he shot and wounded a police officer. Dean was running away and fired over his shoulder. He did 8 years in jail, coming out a changed man. He now wants to track down the officer he shot and express his remorse and regret,
Reporters at War: Bringing It All Back Home (EMMY AWARD WINNING DOCUMENTARY) | Real Stories
Reporters At War is a three-part series that takes a long hard look at one of the most dramatic and dangerous careers of modern times, that of the war correspondent.Uploaded 06-05-18More than 300 journalists have been killed in battle zones in the last dozen years, some 200 of these having been deliberately targeted by their killers.The War in Iraq’s rate of attrition is the highest ever. Though 6
Bust: My Family's Debt (Poverty Documentary) | Real Stories
Bust is an intimate portrait of families struggling to cope with personal debts as the credit crunch unfolds.Uploaded 22-11-17Tracy and Melvyn bought their council house on a low interest mortgage, but with rates soaring they’re now in trouble.Michael is struggling to afford the help he needs to cope with his lung and heart disease.Maria is a social worker who took out a loan when she could easily
Absent From Our Own Wedding | Real Stories Original
Jasmin is in Southern Italy. Aaron is in Wiesbaden, Germany. They’ve just been married. Even though they are 863 miles apart. And the wedding was in Montana, USA. Montana is a state where ‘proxy weddings’ are legal. You can get married without your spouse being in the room. In fact neither of you need to be there and that’s what ‘Absent from Our Own Wedding’ revolves around – a ‘double proxy weddi
The Boy Who Can Never Grow Old (Medical Documentary) | Real Stories
19-year-old Stuart Wikinson has Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy – he's trapped inside his body, barely able to move and facing death, but is determined to make it to university. This intimate film charts Stuart's remarkable journey as he leaves behind the security of his old life to realise his dreams.Uploaded 15-02-18Want to watch more full-length Documentaries? Click here: http://bit.ly/1GOzpIuFollo
