13 year-old David and nine year-old Danni live in a children's home, where despite the best of adult intentions, there is conflict and sudden tragedy. When the pair escape the home, they embark upon a daring adventure in search of the beach.

Soft Sand, Blue Sea

Long before Mary Shelley wrote her famous story of Victor Frankenstein and his monster, a real-life mad scientist called Johann Konrad Dipple dabbled in similar grave-robbing and reanimation. This History Channel special uncovers Dipple's eager experiments with fresh corpses, as well as his attempts to concoct life-giving potions.

In Search of the Real Frankenstein

Called the most audacious prison escape in US history, The Texas 7 is the story of seven violent criminals who had nothing left to lose. They launched a cunning plan to escape, but their ferocity and violence ultimately lead to their downfall. Filmed on death row in Texas – and with exclusive access and interviews with eyewitnesses and surviving gang members, this feature documentary is about the dramatic escape and six week manhunt which gripped America.

The Hunt for the Texas 7

History Channel documentary about death masks of famous historical figures.

Death Masks

Follow the close analysis of an ancient fight master's manuscript depicting combat techniques and devices used over 500 years ago.

Medieval Fightbook

From Long Island's Montauk Monster to Mexico's Metepec creature, this special probes the facts and fiction of the world's most mysterious remains.