Sir David tells the stories of animals that sent shockwaves through the scientific world.
Naomi Wilkinson's search for scary wildlife takes her to Australia's jungles to face the huntsman spider and make new discoveries about the koala bear. Show more
Cheryl performs some serious surgery to repair Coco's dodgy knee, while Rory hits the road to help a hedgehog who has got into a bit of a prickle. Show more
The presenters look back at some of the amazing dens from series one and two. Here, Lauren revisits the survival, art, Hollywood cinema and DJ dens. Show more
Absolute Genius: Monster Builds
Episode 7: Epic Bridges
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Dick and Dom look at the world of monster bridges, from ancient Roman arches to a future where we may see bridges 3D-printed by robots. Show more
Andy Torbet takes on the grasshopper as his jumping skills are put to the test. He tests tech, tries trampolines and turns to science. Show more
Dara O Briain and Angela Scanlon present, with battles commentated by Jonathan Pearce. Robots include runners-up from last series Eruption and champions Carbide. Show more
Hazel introduces live second-round action as players vie for places in the quarter-finals.
Melanie Barratt fell for Australia while competing in the Sydney Paralympic Games. Can a trial week in Melbourne convince husband Richard that it could be home? Show more
An antiques expert, a market trader and an upcycler battle it out to make the most money for BBC Children in Need. Roo Irvine, Gary Barton and Kevin Paxton head to St Andrews. Show more
HMS Queen Elizabeth embarks on dangerous sea trials in the North Sea, testing everything from galleys to guns and power plants to propellers. Show more
Gavin Andrews and Jo Scott present a new series of the rural affairs magazine celebrating the richness of rural life in Northern Ireland. Show more
Darryl Grimason reveals the hidden life below the surface of Strangford Lough.
In this accompanying programme to Civilisations, Mary Beard goes in search of extraordinary works of art from all over the world that can be seen here in Britain. Show more
The fascinating story of how one of Hollywood's brightest and wealthiest stars finally came to face a criminal trial for sexual assault a decade after the accusations were made. Show more
July 1997. Andrew Cunanan's attempts to flee Miami following the Versace shooting fail, so he holes up on a holiday houseboat awaiting deliverance. Show more
Rob Walker introduces highlights from a day when three quarter-final places have been decided.
Rob Walker introduces highlights from the day's second-round, best-of-25-frame matches.
Rob Walker introduces highlights from the day's second-round, best-of-25-frame matches.
Documentary. Simon Schama explores the fate of art in the machine- and profit-driven world, looking at the rise of art as a tradeable commodity. Show more
