Best biography, musical, & documentary shows on Peacock, ranked.

Beginning before the Nativity and extending through the Crucifixion and Resurrection, this mini-series brings to life all of the sweeping drama in the life of Jesus, as told by the Gospels.

50 years of live music, music parody, musical sketches, and most of all, 50 years of legendary musical performances by some of the greatest artists of all time.

A series featuring detailed accounts on how notable crimes and diseases were solved through forensic science.

A research chemist comes under personal and professional attack when he decides to appear in a 60 Minutes exposé on Big Tobacco.

Dramatized reconstruction of real-life air disasters, along with interviews with aviation experts and eyewitnesses.

Executive transvestite Eddie Izzard takes his show to San Francisco to give a brief history of pagan and Christian religions, the building of Stonehenge, the birth of the Church of England ...

Biography of the singers who formed the hit Motown musical act, The Temptations.

The story of Oscar Grant III, a 22-year-old Bay Area resident, who crosses paths with friends, enemies, family, and strangers on the last day of 2008.

In late 16th-century England, Agnes, a healer sensitive to the world around her, builds a home with William, a local tutor and aspiring playwright. As their lives fracture, they are tested by distance, silence, and grief.

Three young girls were groomed, sexually abused, and trafficked by a group of men in Rochdale, as well as the authorities failed to do anything about it.

The film tracks the reasons for, consequences of, and solutions to bullying in schools.

Combines dramatic re-enactments, interviews and updates, to tell stories of real mysteries, from human to the supernatural.

No food, no shelter, no fresh water - one man alone in the wild for seven days with only his wits and stamina to sustain him.

Elphaba, a young woman ridiculed for her green skin, and Galinda, a popular girl, become friends at Shiz University in the Land of Oz. After an encounter with the Wonderful Wizard of Oz, their friendship reaches a crossroads.

Drawn from an archive of 16mm film, Tom Petty works on his 1994 album Wildflowers.

Comedian Joe Lycett and a celebrity guest spend 48 hours in a popular city around the world.

The aim: to select the ideal mode of transport for each leg of a pilgrimage from Venice, Italy to Pau in France – home to a legendary street circuit and the origins of Grand Prix racing. On the way we prepare by taking to the track at Monza – the home of Italian Formula One. We try to get noticed on the road course in Monaco in a Bugatti, a Lamborghini and a Model T Ford. After cruising the canals in Venice we take to the tarmac and things look good - thanks to the Ferrari F12 Berlinetta and Mercedes SLS Black. Throw in a Pagani Huayra, Porsche Cayman S and a GT3 as well as the Aston Martin Vanquish centenary edition, Bentley V8 convertible, Rolls Royce Phantom coupe and the face-bending BAC Mono all seems pretty perfect to us.

Explores the wonders, mysteries, and fragilities of the Americas, as well as extraordinary, untold wildlife tales that will resonate with millions of people all over the world.

More drama occurs behind the scenes than on stage, as the team prepares an ambitious Broadway musical on the life of Marilyn Monroe.

Dancers Rob Pilatus and Fab Morvan rise to fame in the late 80's as Milli Vanilli. The duo never sang a word in their songs nor their debut album and, when the truth was finally revealed, they started one of the biggest scandals i...

When the smart money was betting GameStop would go under, an army of irreverent traders tried to take Wall Street down instead. Diamond Hands is their story. This is the legend of the subreddit/WallStreetBets.

A documentary delving into the formation and triumph of the legendary 1992 Olympic "Dream Team" featuring 11 Hall of Famers who dominated in the greatest display of basketball supremacy.

The harrowing true story of the Broberg family, whose daughter Jan was kidnapped multiple times over a period of years in the 1970s by a charismatic, obsessed family "friend."

A look at the formative years of superstar Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson as he grows up through life.

The reunion of the Monty Python team on stage for the first time in over 30 years, and for the very last time ever.

Inspired by the incredible true story of a hairdresser who single-handedly rallies an entire community to help a widowed father save the life of his critically ill young daughter.

"60 Days In" offers an unprecedented look at life behind bars at Indiana's Clark County Jail. Seven ordinary people volunteer to live among its general population for 60 days, without fellow inmates or staff knowing their secret.

An exploration of the history and emotional power of cinema sound, as revealed by legendary sound designers and visionary directors, via interviews, clips from movies, and a look at their actual process of creation and discovery.

Journalist Fiona Bruce teams up with art expert Philip Mould to investigate mysteries behind paintings.

This docuseries explores the iconic Saturday Night Live, showcasing the audition process, writing, infamous sketches, and the pivotal 11th season that cemented the show's DNA under Lorne Michaels' leadership.

An inside look at a maximum security prison in Texas featuring interviews with death row inmates.

A dissection of the dark side of the American Dream, a survey of how far some people go to become rich, no matter the cost to themselves and those around them. Real-life cases are reviewed and involve such criminal activity as credit card scams, identity theft, counterfeiting and Ponzi schemes.

Chronicles rare and fascinating details of how "Star Trek" began, where it's been, and how it's going where no television series has gone before.

Exploring how one man's brilliance, hubris and relentless drive changed the nature of war forever.

Investigations of multiple mysterious and violent cases.

Long-running news-magazine/investigation series.

The true-crime story of a respectable dentist and pillar of the community who became a killer in partnership with a Sunday school teacher.

Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande perform songs from Wicked (2024) and Wicked: For Good (2025).

Follows the whole and real story of Dr. Christopher Duntsch told by the people who survived it.

A forensic pathologist (currently Dr. Michael Hunter) analyzes the official autopsy reports of various celebrities to determine their cause of death.

The chilling story of one of the world’s most notorious serial killers told through the words of Gacy himself, those who were forever changed by his unspeakable deeds and those who believe that the full truth remains concealed to this day.

Just when you thought you knew who did it, a tip comes in that changes the direction of the case and shifts suspicion.

Montana's firsthand account of his career from the earliest days to national champion at Notre Dame and becoming a four-time Super Bowl winner and a Pro Football Hall of Famer.

Curiosity is an American documentary television series that premiered on August 7, 2011, on the Discovery Channel. Each episode focuses on one question in science, technology, and society and features a different celebrity host. Stephen Hawking hosted the premiere episode titled "Did God Create the Universe?", which aired simultaneously on seven Discovery Communications networks: Discovery Channel, TLC, Discovery Fit and Health, Animal Planet, Science, Investigation Discovery, and Planet Green. Season one consists of 16 episodes.

As America expands westward, intrepid explorers and rugged mountain men risk their lives to blaze new trails into the wild frontier.

A chronicle of John F. Kennedy's life, including his youth, ascension into politics, presidency, and his lasting impact on history.

In this practical home cookery series Gordon Ramsay strips away the graft and complexity to show how to cook 100 simple, accessible and modern recipes to stake your life on.

It centers on host and intrepid traveler Rainn Wilson as he traverses the world searching for the secrets to the happiest and least happiest places on earth.

Cast, crew and experts detail the secret histories of the most iconic film and television series of all time.

An crime investigative and documentary series surrounding true life crime stories of love gone wrong. The series airs on the TV One cable channel.

A seamstress recalls events leading to her act of peaceful defiance that prompted the 1955 bus boycott in Montgomery, Alabama.

Three intersex individuals overcame shame, secrecy and unauthorized surgery throughout their childhoods to enjoy successful adulthoods, choosing to ignore medical advice to conceal their bodies and coming out as who they truly are.

A father-to-be tries to figure out what is happening with all this AI insanity.

Gordon Ramsay explores using a group of prisoners to setup a bakery and sell their products to the public.

An in-depth examination of some of the most stunning and emotional courtroom moments caught on camera.

A competitive programme that searches for Britain’s most talented amateur interior designer.

"Secrets of the Morgue" explores high-profile murder cases from the perspective of the medical examiner, as they work alongside homicide detectives to bring justice to murder victims and their families. A victims body tells a hidd...

Jeremiah tells the story of the prophet who abandons his family and the woman he loves in order to relay God's message in Jerusalem, starring Patrick Dempsey and Oliver Reed.

Oxygen expands its true crime original programming with the new series "Snapped: Killer Couples," featuring couples whose passion drives them to commit terrible criminal acts.

The Hotel Inspector travels to various struggling hotels to give them advice and suggestions on how to improve their business.

One man's efforts to uncover the truth thrust him into a labyrinth of fraud, deception, and criminality that transform him "from wimp to warrior".

Examines true-crime stories of victims found buried in the least suspicious places.

Set in the heart of the American South, IN THE COLD DARK NIGHT examines both the 1983 and 2018 investigations into the murder of a Black man, Timothy Coggins.

In May 1977 Janet Guthrie becomes the first woman to attempt the Indianapolis 500.

Follow the lives of Mexican-American singing sensation Jenni Rivera and her big, loud, funny family.

The macabre rituals of serial killers are examined.

The story of Brandon Burlsworth, possibly the greatest walk-on in the history of college football.

Follows the life and career of WWE performer Shawn Michaels, tracing his rise, personal struggles, and eventual comeback with an unfiltered look at his journey.

Guy Martin sets off on a 1000 mile motorbike trip, exploring India, meeting the nationals and getting his hands dirty. His goal is to get to and enter one of the world's maddest bike races.

"Children of the Snow" chronicles unsolved 1970s kidnappings, captivity and murders of four children in Detroit suburbs, sparking manhunt and public fear about "stranger danger."

Delves into Joran van der Sloot's lifelong pattern of violence and pathological lying through rare interviews and new insights years after he brutally murdered American Natalee Holloway and Peruvian Stephany Flores.

Examines Gabby's life through the curated lens she created and immerses the viewer in the world of social-media sleuthing that was crucial to the case.

A group of experts fan out across the nation to investigate unexplained objects found by ordinary people in their own backyards across America. They study the objects, test them, date them, and deliver real answers about the object's origins.

TV Show that documents the events that happen in different jails across the United States.

Heather Gay explores the secrets and sins behind the Mormon church, fracturing the church's seemingly perfect veneer to expose secrets. Heather has impactful conversations with abuse survivors, ex-Mormons and former LDS church lea...

Inside the home of the alleged Gilgo Beach killer, featuring exclusive family testimony revealing a double life and dark secrets hidden beneath their roof after his arrest.

Follows the story of Burnley F.C.'s dramatic rebirth under American ownership and with the leadership of their new manager working together with players and staff to turn the club's fortunes around.

The long-lost confession tapes of the man who claimed to be the Boston Strangler have been uncovered, reigniting doubts about his confession and inspiring experts to re-examine evidence.

The inspiring story of the first women to compete in the Tour de France. These pioneering "hidden figures" of cycling defied those who said women could never finish the toughest bicycle race in the world. They proved them wrong.

Alphabet Soup is a raw, emotionally honest docuseries about queer dating in NYC, following singles and couples as they navigate love, hookups, and heartbreak-unfiltered and unscripted.

Gangsters: America's Most Evil is a cinematic documentary series that explores the rise and fall of some of the most nefarious and notorious criminals brought to justice by the United States government.

A reality-TV show that features compulsive hoarders--people who are addicted to filling their homes with objects--and how that spills out into their lives.

The three-time Grammy winner will chat with Gloria Estefan, Jonas Brothers, Lizzo, and Teddy Swims about music as well as their personal lives, giving viewers a “a front-row pass” at their “unfiltered” conversations. The four-episode special will also feature musical performances in an “intimate, unplugged setting.

A couple rekindles their romance while handling marriage, parenthood, and careers. They face challenges together, showing how love gets a second chance.

An in-depth look at the Notre Dame Fighting Irish football on and off the field, which paints a comprehensive picture of the dedication, perseverance, and spirit that define this legendary program.

30 Greatest Moments: Adele celebrates Adele's triumphant return to the spotlight by counting down the megastar's top 30 moments since she first burst onto the scene and captured our hearts in 2008.

Piers Morgan steps into a maximum security prison to interview five female murderers who have committed unspeakable crimes.

In order to save his daughter he must kill, in order to save themselves they must sing.

Billy juggles his music career with The Smashing Pumpkins, reviving his wrestling promotion National Wrestling Alliance, family life with his fiancée Chloe Mendel and their two kids, in a multitasking whirlwind that tests his limits.

The Bible story of Esther starring Louise Lombard, F. Murray Abraham and Jurgen Prochnow.

Documentary series filmed inside the casualty department of a hospital in Barnsley, South Yorkshire following the staff, volunteers and patients.

Our Guy in Russia is the fourth in the series of critically-acclaimed adventure travelogues hosted by popular UK lorry mechanic and television daredevil, Guy Martin. He travels from Moscow to Siberia, and as usual ignores the traditional tourist attractions – preferring instead to follow his passions to discover what everyday life is really like in Russia. He rides with the Night Wolves – President Putin’s biker gang, and goes to work in the factory that produces one of Russia’s proudest exports – the Kalashnikov machine gun, to name but a few of his adventures in Russia.

An exclusive look into the dark world of contract killings.

An unexpected champion vowed to bring the dark knight to the screen, but it would take a visionary young director and a couple off the wall producers to get him there.

The key to solving the toughest homicides lies somewhere within the final 24 hours of the victim's life. This true-crime documentary series follows investigators as they piece together events.

A TV series that examines the truth behind the ostensibly true stories told in Hollywood films.

Documentary series following the work of Norfolk police as they attempt to identify those responsible for crimes, exploring the intricacies of producing irrefutable evidence, conducting interviews and getting the guilty to confess.

Veteran NYC Death Investigator Barbara Butcher shares her 20+ years solving major murders, showing how crime scenes and victims' bodies hold crucial clues to cracking cases.

After several failed attempts to adapt the books and one half-successful animated movie, an unlikely hero takes on the film deemed by many to be impossible.