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David Dimbleby for What's the Monarchy For?, stood in a grand room with a table and a portrait behind him. There's a badge in the corner which reads RT Comment.

David Dimbleby reveals why he’s investigating the monarchy as royal institution must "adapt or die".

Caroline Flack smiles at a media event in November 2019

Five vital issues raised in Disney+ documentary Caroline Flack: Search for the Truth

Caroline Flack wearing a black dress, looking ahead.

Caroline Flack had plans to work on a documentary of her own just days before her death

Megaloceros, an Ice Age giant deer with large antlers, at the entrance of a cave.

7 reasons to watch Tom Hiddleston's new documentary series Prehistoric Planet: Ice Age.

Hugh Bonneville as Robert Crawley in Downton Abbey. He is wearing a black tuxedo and is holding a drink in an orange-lit room.

Downton Abbey legend confirmed for "picturesque" Christmas TV journey through "captivating" Norway

Olaide Sadiq against a white backdrop with a house cut-out, wearing a green skirt and black top.

Grenfell: Uncovered's Olaide Sadiq – "I wanted to honour the victims but also make people angry"

Judi Dench sitting on a green chair, leaning over to one direction, resting her head on her hand.

Judi Dench "wants to carry on" amid sight issues as British acting legend investigates her family history with Shakespeare.

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Jane Goodall: 'We must all do our bit to make the world a better place'

Rylan Clark and Rob Rinder standing in front of a colourful background.

Rob Rinder and Rylan speak openly on death, parenthood and how everyone thinks they’re together

Cecilie Fjellhøy and Brianne Joseph stood next to each other smiling ahead.

The Tinder Swindler legend reveals car chases and stakeouts with private investigator for new Netflix show

Headteacher Matthew Burton in Educating Yorkshire, surrounded by students and staff behind him.

Educating Yorkshire’s Mr Burton talks show’s return and modern teaching: “I don’t think AI is ever going to be able to replace human teachers”

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Lauryn sat down in front of lockers, looking at her phone with a green backpack next to her.

Unknown Number: The High School Catfish – Who was behind the messages?

Jussie Smollett with his head turned to the side, with people blurred in the background.

What happened to Jussie Smollett? Netflix's new documentary promises "the truth"

Where is David Berkowitz now? The Son of Sam Tapes subject explained

A group of people holding signs by Area 51, smiling and waving their hands in the air.

Trainwreck: Storm Area 51 - Did people really storm the US base?

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Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney in Welcome to Wrexham season 3, sat in a room and talking to the camera

Welcome to Wrexham confirms season 5 – and new spin-off title

Jesy Nelson announces intimate documentary on pregnancy and life after Little Mix

Sean 'Diddy' Combs wearing an all black outfit and glasses.

P Diddy documentary on Netflix - When is Sean Combs: The Reckoning released?

Kellie Bright stood in the middle of two people, all smiling ahead.

EastEnders icon Kellie Bright confirmed for special documentary on autism, schools and the impact on families of SEND pupils

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