ITV Documentaries
Season 2019
TV-PG
Documentaries broadcast on ITV.
Where to Watch Season 2019
41 Episodes
- Pothole Wars
E1Pothole WarsDocumentary looking at potholes, which cause rage, rows and roadworks, costing billions of pounds to repair, and are responsible for injuring hundreds of people each year. The road network is being pushed to the limit and for the workers on the frontline, it can be like going into battle. Some councils say they're at financial breaking point, struggling to cope with the pothole problem. An army of workers are working tirelessly to keep the UK's roads safe, but the 'pothole vigilantes' say they've had enough and have taken matters into their own hands. - Fred & Rose West The Real Story with Trevor McDonaldE2
Fred & Rose West The Real Story with Trevor McDonaldPresented by Sir Trevor McDonald this brand new and very powerful documentary features exclusive interviews and insights into one of most disturbing murder cases in British criminal history – Fred and Rose West and the Gloucester House of Horrors. - Britain's Top 100 Dogs Live: 2019E3
Britain's Top 100 Dogs Live: 2019We have long been a nation of dog lovers, but which breed is the country’s favourite in 2019? Britain’s Favourite Dogs is back for the New Year, but this time it’s live as we ask viewers to vote for their favourite breed. Presented by Sara Cox and Ben Fogle, this one-off programme will feature dogs of all shapes and sizes and focus on the wonderful relationships between an owner and their dog. The programme will feature fascinating facts about the heritage, key characteristics and personality traits of every breed in the top 100 chart, as well as a host of famous faces sharing stories about their bond with their four-legged friends. There are currently 217 registered breeds in the UK and we will scour the country to bring viewers the most astonishing, heart-warming and funny doggie tales. Throughout the programme we will run down the chart from 100 to 10 but the final top ten breeds will be decided in the live countdown with the voting open to everyone watching at home. The nation has already been voting and this initial poll has determined which breed of dog has made it into the top ten – but the final ranking will be decided by you, the viewers. In no particular order the top ten breeds you can vote for are: Springer Spaniel Labrador Cocker Spaniel German Shepherd Cockapoo Boxer Staffordshire Bull Terrier Golden Retriever Border Collie Mixed Breed We will also see some famous faces with their beloved dogs as they share with us their canine stories, including King of the Jungle Harry Rednapp with his Bulldog’s Lulu and Barney, Corrie star Sue Cleaver with her Mix breed, George Paws, Rod Stewart’s wife and TV personality Penny Lancaster and her Cavapoo, Bubbles, Martin and Shirley Kemp with their Poodle, Popsey, actress Gemma Atkinson with her Sproodle, Norman and Olympic Gold Medalist Nicola Adams with her Pomeranian, Bailey. It’s a show that celebrates the love we have as a country for dogs, but whic - The Junk Food ExperimentE5
The Junk Food ExperimentBritain is a nation hooked on fast food. We consume 22 million takeaway meals every week and fast food joints are dominating high streets across Britain. In this 90-minute programme, six famous faces have agreed to put their bodies on the line and become guinea pigs in an extreme scientific experiment to find out what our junk food lifestyle is actually doing to us. - Fraud: How They Steal Your Bank AccountE8
Fraud: How They Steal Your Bank AccountMost people probably think nothing of buying or banking online. But what about when people private information falls into the wrong hands? This documentary has exclusive access to a specialist police unit who go after the gangs responsible for fraud, Britain's fastest growing crime. Here the detectives track a gang stealing hundreds of credit cards, uncover corrupt bank insiders selling account details and tackle an international gang whose members have stolen more than £3million from Britain's cash machines. - Secrets of the Royal Babies: Meghan and HarryE11
Secrets of the Royal Babies: Meghan and HarryIn spring 2019 Windsor Castle will have a new royal resident. What can expectant mum Meghan, Duchess of Sussex learn from royal mothers before her? With the announcement that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex are expecting their first child, this programme looks at what motherhood entails for members of the royal family, including unusual birthing traditions, how to cope with the domestic politics of life with a nanny, and how to juggle mothering and royal duties. The film visits the nanny school in Bath that is the go-to place for royal childcare, and Glamis Castle in Angus, where young princesses Elizabeth and Margaret could escape the glare of the media and the formality of court - Joanne Dennehy: Serial KillerE13
Joanne Dennehy: Serial KillerSusanna Reid gains access to police evidence from the investigation into Joanne Dennehy, one of Britain's most notorious serial killers. Over two weeks in 2013, the then 30-year-old Dennehy murdered three men and attempted to kill two others, becoming one of only three British women ever to be sentenced to spend the rest of her life behind bars. Five years on from Dennehy's conviction, Susanna speaks to the lead detective, the father of her two children and relatives of victims to provide a picture of how an intelligent and privileged young woman transformed into a dangerous psychopath. - Hatton Garden: The Inside Story
E19Hatton Garden: The Inside StoryRoss Kemp tells the untold story of the police investigation into the Hatton Garden Heist – Britain's biggest burglary. Interviewing key officers, and using unseen police surveillance footage and the gang's secretly recorded conversations the film takes us inside one of the Flying Squad's longest and most challenging operations, ending in the conviction of the final gang member in April this year. As well revealing the inner workings of the investigation, the film sheds new light on the gang themselves with the first ever TV interview with Kenny Collins – the gang's lookout – as he tells the inside story of the burglary and their conviction for the very first time. - Why Can't We Sleep?E26
Why Can't We Sleep?An investigation into the problem of sleeplessness in the UK, which regularly affects about one in every three people. It is having a dramatic impact on the nation's health, with some experts describing it as a public health crisis. Ranvir Singh narrates this programme which explores the reasons behind this trend and also investigates how a lack of sleep can affect the body. - Britain's Greatest National TreasuresE28
Britain's Greatest National TreasuresSir Trevor McDonald and Julia Bradbury countdown and celebrate our top 20 favourite national treasures in Britain from iconic buildings and ancient monuments to breathtaking natural coastal and countryside wonders and awe-inspiring feats of engineering - but which will claim the number 1 spot? Each location offers privileged access into the much loved landmarks and spectacular sights while fans and famous faces share their personal memories and passion for what makes each to special to them. The countdown is based on a major new survey [commissioned by ITV and conducted by YouGov], to discover the country’s favourite sites and iconic landmarks from a shortlist drawn up in conjunction with the National Trust, the English Heritage and others. Britain’s National Treasures reveals new stories and insights as it counts down. These include after years of delivering the News at Ten following the clock’s famous “bongs”, Sir Trevor McDonald gets up close to Big Ben for the first time in his career, The Chase's Jenny Ryan explains that it was the British Museum that drove her insatiable appetite for knowledge, Eamonn Holmes recalls childhood excursions to the Giant’s Causeway and comedian Hugh Dennis reveals that his father was Prebendary of St Paul’s Cathedral. - Police, Camera, AuctionE31
Police, Camera, AuctionGoing inside the extraordinary world of criminal excess Police, Camera, Auction tells the story of the auction house selling off crooks’ hidden riches. From sports cars and designer goods to outrageous bling and strange collectibles, we see the bizarre range of criminals’ possessions seized by specialist police teams and put under the hammer. We meet the expert auctioneers and police teams working to seize the lavish assets of Britain’s criminals. With the proceeds often helping to repay people whose lives have been blighted by crime, we see the victims anxiously waiting the outcome of these auctions. - Charles - Fifty Years a PrinceE37
Charles - Fifty Years a PrinceFifty years ago in Caernarfon at his investiture, Prince Charles embarked on a unique relationship with a country that has shaped his life and work. While acknowledging a sometimes troubled and turbulent history, this documentary celebrates Wales through the eyes of a prince who has made the role his own. Narrated by Luke Evans - Ball and Boe: A Very Merry ChristmasE39
Ball and Boe: A Very Merry ChristmasThey’re back. After the massive success of their previous albums and sold out tours, the unstoppable force that is Michael Ball and Alfie Boe reunite for an unmissable festive night of music. Showcasing both their unique blend of extraordinary talent and infectious humour, the iconic duo will perform exciting new material alongside some Christmas favourites, as well as singing with special guests Dame Shirley Bassey, Luke Evans and Gregory Porter.
