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For immersive documentaries that delve into the depths of human experiences, Real Stories is your ultimate destination. Here, we curate the finest documentaries from around the globe, ensuring a diverse and captivating selection, including many award-winning films. Don"t miss out on the latest updates and releases – hit that subscribe button and join our community of documentary enthusiasts. Get ready to explore stories that will touch your heart, ignite conversations, and inspire change. Real

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61:37

Children Of Romania (Adoption Documentary) | Real...

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2026/07/22

In 1990 Romania, the world was stunned by what was revealed: Images of orphanages, of starving, freezing unloved children, suffering shocking untold misery.Crammed into small rooms, bed-bound on rotting faeces stained matresses, they were closeted away from the society and often malnourished.Many of them in fact were not orphans, but had been placed in the institutions by the desperately poor families who had been forced to have more children than necessary as part of Nicolae Ceausescu’s insane

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77:20

Undercover In Kim Jong Un's North Korea

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2026/07/22

He’s the world’s most enigmatic and dangerous dictator, cultivating an air of secrecy around himself and never giving interviews. Ruler of the hermit kingdom, he’s now closer than ever to developing nuclear weapons. But what do we really know about Supreme Leader and ’Rocket Man’, Kim Jung Un? Posing as tourists, we travelled to Pyongyang to experience life under his autocracy. We then spoke to people who knew him during his schooling in Switzerland and investigated the murder of his half-brother in

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65:57

Husband Or Heartless Killer: The Story of Mitchell...

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2026/07/22

An insight into the mind of Mitchell Quy, convicted and sentenced to life imprisonment in January 2001 for the murder of his wife, Lynsey, who had disappeared in December 1998. The prime suspect at the time, Mitchell Quy had always protested his innocence, claiming his wife had left him. Quy even made televised appeals for the return of his wife.Want to watch more full-length Documentaries? Click here: http://bit.ly/1GOzpIuFollow us on Twitter for more - https://twitter.com/realstoriesdocsFacebook -

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76:06

Inside The School That Fights Taliban Brainwashing

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2026/07/22

The incredible story of the Sabaoon School in Pakistan, which uses psychology, religious scholars and other techniques to reverse years of Taliban indoctrination of young boys. Filmed over 18 months, the film exposes the violence and hardship these boys experienced in the Taliban, including aborted suicide missions, abduction and brainwashing. But its mission of rehabilitation is not without its problems; only a fraction of the boys have made successful transitions back into society, whilst one of

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33:23

Is Elon Musk The Real Reason Behind Tesla's Success?

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2026/07/22

This documentary delves into the remarkable journey of Tesla, the company that transformed the automotive industry and redefined the future of transportation. Founded in 2003 by engineers Martin Eberhard and Marc Tarpenning, Tesla started with a radical vision-to prove that electric vehicles could outperform traditional gas-powered cars and lead the way toward a sustainable energy future. Tesla's early days were marked by innovation and bold ambition, but it wasn't until Elon Musk joined the company

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57:34

Somali Pirates Taken Down By Special Forces Mercenaries

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2026/07/22

This documentary chronicles the harrowing tale of the MV Iceberg 1, a container ship hijacked by Somali pirates and held captive for nearly 1,000 days. As the crew faced brutal conditions and their owners abandoned them, a group of mercenaries trained the newly formed Puntland Maritime Police Force for a daring rescue mission.Instagram - @realstoriesdocsAny queries, please contact us at: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com

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68:17

Igor: The Boy Who Dared To Dream (Medical...

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2026/07/22

Following the success of the major award-winning documentary Igor - Child Of Chernobyl, the team return to continue this remarkable story.Watch the first part of Igor's story: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I88w3IxO-MgWant to watch more full-length Documentaries? Click here: http://bit.ly/1GOzpIuFollow us on Twitter for more - https://twitter.com/realstoriesdocsFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/RealStoriesChannelInstagram - @realstoriesdocs

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67:15

The Murderous Poet: A Killer in the Literary World

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2026/07/22

Nobody would have guessed that Pierre- François Lacenaire would become a murderer; he was born into a well-to-do family and was a brilliant student. Early on he found he had a passion for letters and poetry. But he will end up on fringes of society. His violent crimes lead to his journey towards what he used to call his fiancee, "guillotine".On December the 14th 1834, Mrs Chardon and her son were found dead, victims of an extremely violent crime. Mrs Chardon is found in her bed whilst her son has

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64:50

Britain's Challenging Children (Child Psychology...

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2026/07/22

This film follows life inside 5 UK primary schools to uncover the enormous challenges faced by teachers dealing with violent and disruptive behaviour. 97 percent of teachers say they have to deal with disruptive pupils in their classroom – pupils like Levi in Luton, who regularly has to storm out of class for fear that he might lose control; or Jordyn in Glasgow whose swearing and aggression frightens teachers and classmates alike.With remarkable results, we follow Levi, Jordyn and others as their

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61:40

Versace's Killer: The Most Obsessive Stalker in...

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2026/07/22

July 15, 1997, Gianni Versace, the most famous fashion designer in the world, sets out alone on his morning walk to pick up his newspapers and magazines. Since his arrival in Florida, Versace has been followed by an envious admirer; a desperate loser turned serial killer who has traveled 2000 miles to destroy him. Andrew Cunanan is obsessed with Versace and has been carrying a seven-year grudge that has grown into a desire to kill the celebrity, a man he met only briefly. Through exclusive

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29:53

Unsolved Mysteries: Strangest Cold Case of Kidnapped...

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2026/07/22

On the night of June 4, 2010, Mildred “Millie” Flett, a 51-year-old mother of five from the Tataskweyak Cree Nation, was seen for the last time in downtown Winnipeg. Witnesses reported seeing her getting into a brown car with her ex-boyfriend—a man she had previously sought a court protection order against. She was never heard from again.Instagram - @realstoriesdocsAny queries, please contact us at: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com

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A Mother's Twisted Love (Cancer Hoax Documentary) |...

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2026/07/22

This disturbing film tells the inside story of a mother, Terri Milbrandt, who pretended her daughter had cancer and appealed to her close- knit community for help to pay the medical bills. Seven-year-old Hannah had her head shaved and was given sleeping pills by her mother. It seems that when she awoke she was told she had had chemotherapy. Her teachers arranged counselling for Hannah to prepare her for her death and when she visited Santa she asked to be spared. But there was no cancer and there

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64:53

Knife Epidemic In Britain: When Teens Turn Into...

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2026/07/22

The press and TV news reports are full of politicians, youth workers, police and journalists pontificating about the epidemic of gun and knife crime on Britain’s streets, but where are the voices of the young people themselves?This film takes the audience onto the streets of London, Manchester and Bradford to find out what the young men who actually carry guns and knives really think.Why do so many youths “tool up” these days? How important are notions like territory, respect and revenge? What kind

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65:03

Virgin Soldiers (Modern Military Documentary) | Real...

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2026/07/22

Award-winning filmmaker Dodge Billingsley tells the story of India Company, 3rd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment - crack US frontline troops.With some as young as 19, the invasion was the first time any of them had actually been sent into combat. Having joined up with the regiment two months before they went into battle and watched them train and prepare, Dodge was able to experience first-hand the fears, hopes, black humour and occasionally humdrum day-to-day life of these young men as they played a

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64:47

Jonny Kennedy: The Man Whose Skin Fell Off...

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2026/07/22

Jonny Kennedy is a man with a lot to do. He’s got just four months to move home, meet Nell McAndrew, fly a plane, visit Downing Street... and plan his own funeral.So Johnny decided to work with filmmaker Patrick Collerton to document his last months, resulting in this uplifting, confounding and provocatively humorous story. Though not shying away from the grim reality, the film is a celebration of a life lived to the full. It features an interview with his mother Edna who has been his life-long

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67:46

Could This Asteroid End Life On Earth?

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2026/07/22

It appears peaceful, serenely floating through the cosmos—but a single lump of rock contains more explosive power than every nuclear bomb on Earth combined. Traveling at 50 times the speed of sound, a major impact would release 100 million megatons of TNT, triggering tsunamis, earthquakes, and a global "oven effect" that could end human civilization. From the mile-wide scar in Arizona to the hidden craters of Iowa, discover the terrifying evidence of Earth's violent past and the small band of

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57:32

Hardcore Mercenaries Take Down Brutal Dictator

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2026/07/22

This documentary explores the untold story of the 32 Battalion, a notorious mercenary force formed by South Africa during the Angolan Civil War. It delves into the unit's origins, its role in the conflict, and the fate of its soldiers after the end of apartheid. The film also uncovers the explosive details of the "Wonga Coup," a 2004 plot led by former 32 Battalion members to overthrow the government of Equatorial Guinea, and the global fallout that followed.Instagram - @realstoriesdocsAny queries,

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Breaking The Silence (Mental Health Documentary) |...

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2026/07/22

This documentary gets to the heart of suicide in Northern Ireland and examines the human debris of the family and friends left behind.Breaking The Silence is a sensitive and powerful portrait of the trauma faced by families in the aftermath of suicide, and the journey towards coming to terms with this deep, personal tragedy.Each story builds towards its awful yet inevitable conclusion and, by allowing interviewees the opportunity to talk through their own painful stories, the film also helps to

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69:35

The Whistleblowers Fighting to Expose Mexico’s...

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2026/07/22

Jose Guevara, Michael Chamberlin and Ariana Garcia are Mexican whistleblowers exposing corruption and drug trafficking. They aim to bring top officials to the International Criminal Court for justice.Instagram - @realstoriesdocsAny queries, please contact us at: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com

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57:18

Border Force Arrests Drug Traffickers

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2026/07/21

In this gripping episode, the UK Border Force investigates suspicious passengers, stops drug traffickers, and makes multiple arrests. From street operations in London to drug smuggling at Heathrow, the Border Force is constantly on alert to protect the UK’s borders. Watch officers uncover shocking criminal activity and make high-stakes arrests.Instagram - @realstoriesdocsAny queries, please contact us at: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com

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