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Series · 10 connectionsImagine classic SpongeBob moments being told through the lens of documentary shows like E! True Hollywood Stories, Dateline, Behind the Music etc. Each episode takes an overly dramatic look into classic SpongeBob storylines.
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2021 · 30 min · Comedy · Documentary
Wander the New York City streets and fascinating mind of wry writer, humorist and raconteur Fran Lebowitz as she sits down with Martin Scorsese.
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2015 · 23 min · Comedy · Family
The Muppets return to primetime with a contemporary, documentary-style show. For the first time ever, a series will explore the Muppets’ personal lives and relationships, both at home and at work, as well as romances, breakups, achievements, disappointments, wants and desires. This is a more adult Muppet show, for “kids” of all ages.
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2022 · 46 min · Comedy · Documentary
The wild and often unbelievable stories behind the world's most important inventions.
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2020 · Animation · Comedy · Talk
The cast of SpongeBob is asked to tell the story of iconic episodes as best as they can. SpongeBob cast members recount episodes and clips from the original show, and IRL Puppet reenactments embrace all of the nautical nonsense SpongeBob has to offer!
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2024 · Documentary
Dive deep into the art of storytelling by examining the defining principles and inner workings of the greatest classic films from the past century.
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2020 · 45 min · Documentary
Unwrap the real stories behind these iconic Christmas blockbusters, thanks to insider interviews and behind-the-scenes peeks.
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2021 · Documentary
Go behind the scenes of the shows and movies of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, following the filmmakers, cast and crew, and Marvel heroes every step of the way.
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2012 · 30 min · Comedy · Documentary · Talk
Half hour comedy documentary series from veteran funny-man David Steinberg and Steve Carell reveals the inspirations, influences and idols of some of the greatest comics of our time.
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2021 · 30 min · Animation · Documentary
In this funny, heartfelt and moving docuseries, real people unpack the fascinating and quirky stories around their most meaningful pieces of clothing.
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A 30-minute talk show that takes a timely look at pop culture through a fanboy lens and features celebrity interviews, discussion and out-of-the-studio segments.
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