Magnificent Megacities

Slums: Cities of Tomorrow

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Slums: Cities of Tomorrow

2026•1h23m•★7.5

One in six people worldwide lives in slums, where resilient communities create homes that reflect their cultural heritage amidst urban overcrowding.

City of the Future: Singapore

City of the Future: Singapore

2018•44m

Singapore's housing and development board has built one million flats, creating one of the most successful public housing programs in the world.

2018

Welcome to Tokyo: The Micro Homes of the biggest City in the World

Welcome to Tokyo: The Micro Homes of the biggest City in the World

2026•25m

Tokyo's micro homes, such as a 3-meter-wide house in Shibuya and a 16-square-meter design by architect Manabu Maya, illustrate innovative living solutions in a densely populated megacity.

The Megacity of Micro Homes | Habitats of the World: Tokyo

The Megacity of Micro Homes | Habitats of the World: Tokyo

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Tokyo's extreme population density has led residents to embrace micro-architecture, creating innovative living spaces like a 16-square-meter house designed by architect Manabu Maya.

Lagos: The Kingdom of Opportunity and Despair

52m

Lagos: The Kingdom of Opportunity and Despair

2026•52m

In Lagos, Nigeria, local leaders and community advocates confront urban challenges such as waste management, inequality, and social reform amid a vibrant yet complex cityscape.

Smart Cities - Building for the Cities of Tomorrow (Documentary, 2015)

Smart Cities - Building for the Cities of Tomorrow (Documentary, 2015)

2017•44m

As urban populations surge from 10 percent in the early 20th century to 50 percent today, cities face challenges like pollution and resource scarcity while offering opportunities for sustainable building solutions.

2017

2h15m

How Massive Buildings Stay Standing *Marathon

2026•2h15m

Towering skyscrapers are examined through their engineering evolution, complex internal systems, and the human environments that sustain these massive structures.

How Massive Buildings Stay Standing *Marathon

Archeologists Investigate Mesoamerica's Epic Ancient Megacities

Archeologists Investigate Mesoamerica's Epic Ancient Megacities

Mesoamerica's ancient megacities, including Chichen Itza, Tikal, and Teotihuacan, are examined through LiDAR technology and excavations revealing their engineering and societal complexities.

The Complete History Of Ancient Megacities: Persepolis, Carthage & Troy

The Complete History Of Ancient Megacities: Persepolis, Carthage & Troy

Carthage, Troy, and Persepolis are examined through expert insights and advanced techniques to reveal their architectural innovations and the mysteries of their decline.

Apollo and the Oracle of Delphi

22m

Apollo and the Oracle of Delphi

2025•22m

In ancient Greece, the Oracle of Delphi served as a pivotal religious site where priestesses delivered prophecies attributed to the god Apollo.

Crafting History: Stained Glass Art

55m

Crafting History: Stained Glass Art

2022•55m

Rowan LeCompte and Dieter Goldkuhle create their final stained glass windows for Washington National Cathedral, showcasing a 1,500-year-old Christian craft.

2022

51m

The Secrets of Versailles: Building the World's Greatest Palace

2026•51m

The Palace of Versailles, a monumental achievement of French kings Louis XIII, Louis XIV, and Louis XVI, showcases extraordinary engineering and architectural innovation over three centuries.

The Secrets of Versailles: Building the World's Greatest Palace

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Castle Howard: 'A stage set for us to strut on'

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China's Mega Tombs: One Of The Biggest Mortuary Complexes On Earth

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Coast Modern

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Apollo and the Oracle of Delphi

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Architecture of Infinity

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Chicago at the Crossroad (Poverty Documentary)

2021

China Is Trying To Keep Shanghai's Soaring Property Market Under Control (HBO)

2016

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China's competition for living space

2021

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2023

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Deadliest Journeys - Papua New Guinea

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Favela Frontlines

2024

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2023

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2017

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By 2050 Over Half of America's Population Will Be Hispanic

2016

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City of the Future: Singapore

City of the Future: Singapore

2018•44m

Singapore's housing and development board has built one million flats, creating one of the most successful public housing programs in the world.

2018

Welcome to Tokyo: The Micro Homes of the biggest City in the World

Welcome to Tokyo: The Micro Homes of the biggest City in the World

2026•25m

Tokyo's micro homes, such as a 3-meter-wide house in Shibuya and a 16-square-meter design by architect Manabu Maya, illustrate innovative living solutions in a densely populated megacity.

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The Megacity of Micro Homes | Habitats of the World: Tokyo

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Tokyo's extreme population density has led residents to embrace micro-architecture, creating innovative living spaces like a 16-square-meter house designed by architect Manabu Maya.

Lagos: The Kingdom of Opportunity and Despair

52m

Lagos: The Kingdom of Opportunity and Despair

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In Lagos, Nigeria, local leaders and community advocates confront urban challenges such as waste management, inequality, and social reform amid a vibrant yet complex cityscape.

How Massive Buildings Stay Standing *Marathon

2h15m

How Massive Buildings Stay Standing *Marathon

2026•2h15m

Towering skyscrapers are examined through their engineering evolution, complex internal systems, and the human environments that sustain these massive structures.

Archeologists Investigate Mesoamerica's Epic Ancient Megacities

Archeologists Investigate Mesoamerica's Epic Ancient Megacities

Mesoamerica's ancient megacities, including Chichen Itza, Tikal, and Teotihuacan, are examined through LiDAR technology and excavations revealing their engineering and societal complexities.

The Complete History Of Ancient Megacities: Persepolis, Carthage & Troy

The Complete History Of Ancient Megacities: Persepolis, Carthage & Troy

Carthage, Troy, and Persepolis are examined through expert insights and advanced techniques to reveal their architectural innovations and the mysteries of their decline.

Life in Loops (A Megacities RMX)

1h34m

Megacities

1998•1h34m•★6.7

Five metropolitan cities are examined, focusing on the living conditions in their slums.

Megacities

1998

1h35m

Metropolis

2015•1h35m•★5.2

Each episode features a different city, including Tokyo and Rome, revealing their historical and cultural significance through iconic landmarks and local cuisines.

Metropolis

2015

1h20m

Life in Loops (A Megacities RMX)

2006•1h20m•★7.3

Thirty percent of the footage from Michael Glawogger's 1997 film Megacities is reimagined in this 80-minute experimental music documentary.

2006

50m

Aerial Cities

2018•50m•★9.5

Manhattan, Los Angeles, and Chicago are explored through stunning 4K aerial footage, highlighting their unique histories and vibrant urban life.

Aerial Cities

2018

1h22m

Cities by the Sea

2016•1h22m•★9.0

Eight coastal cities, including Barcelona and Vancouver, reveal their distinct connections to the ocean and the cultures that thrive along their shores.

Cities by the Sea

2016

1h23m

The Human Scale

2012•1h23m•★6.4

50% of the world's population lives in urban areas, a figure expected to reach 80% by 2050, raising concerns about health and community in mega cities.

The Human Scale

2012

2h45m

Cathedrals of Culture

2014•2h45m•★5.7

Six iconic buildings narrate their own stories, including the Berlin Philharmonic and Halden Prison, in this 165-minute 3D film project.

Cathedrals of Culture

2014

World's Busiest Cities

2017•1h•★6.4

Dan Snow, Anita Rani, and Ade Adepitan reveal the systems and workforce that keep some of the world's largest cities functioning.

World's Busiest Cities

2017

The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World by Bettany Hughes

The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World by Bettany Hughes

2025•44m

Bettany Hughes explores the architectural achievements and cultural significance of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, including the Great Pyramid of Giza.