Gay to Z

Introducing six young people who are lesbian, gay or bisexual (LGB). Each faces very different issues, some of which relate to their sexual orientation and others that are just part of growing up. [S] More on Gay to Z

The Celts

From Queen Boudica to King Arthur, the ancient heritage of the Celts intrigues and inspires to this day. Richard Rudgley separates history from myth in a revealing journey across Europe's Celtic heartland. More on The Celts

Last broadcast: 12 March 2009, on

The Other Side

Channel 4's talent documentary strand, showcasing original work from the best up-and-coming directors, covering a wide range of contemporary issues and personal stories [S] More on The Other Side

Hear and Now

Paul Taylor and his wife Sally were born deaf. Now, at the age of 65, they intend to undergo life-changing surgery that will enable them to hear for the first time. More on Hear and Now

Last broadcast: 10 March 2009, on

Christianity: A History

Eight-part history of the Christian faith, looking at its origins, development and turbulent past. High-profile British personalities examine a religion that has particular resonance for them. More on Christianity: A History

A Jihad for Love

Parvez Sharma's compassionate and moving exploration of Islam and homosexuality talks to men and women of the Muslim faith who are courageous and defiant about their sexuality and choice of lifestyle More on A Jihad for Love

Boys and Girls Alone

Ten boys and ten girls, aged between eight and eleven, are given the chance to experience life without adults for two weeks More on Boys and Girls Alone

Vertical City

Architecture expert Charlie Luxton takes a high rise hike around the world's most iconic skyscrapers, discovering the stories of power, politics and daring design that lie behind their construction More on Vertical City

Red Oil

This True Stories documentary unravels the tangled tale of Venezuela's oil industry, which was taken into state control by President Hugo Chavez in 2002 More on Red Oil

The Madness of Boy George

Boy George recently spent time in jail for false imprisonment of a male escort, but this is not the first time he's been in trouble with the law. This 2006 documentary looks at the story of the pop legend's previous fall from grace... More on The Madness of Boy George

Stanley Kubrick's Boxes

When the acclaimed director Stanley Kubrick died in 1999, he left behind thousands of boxes of archive material. Jon Ronson tries to shed light on this remarkable and mysterious legacy. More on Stanley Kubrick's Boxes

Surviving Gazza

Moving documentary about a family trying to cope with a father and ex-husband who has issues with mental health and alcohol - and who happens to be one of the most famous men in the country [S] More on Surviving Gazza

Black Star: An African Football Odyssey

A film about Africa, about football and about Chelsea footballer Michael Essien's return to Ghana to play for his country at the 2008 African Cup of Nations More on Black Star: An African Football Odyssey

A Boy Called Alex

Alex has a particularly virulent form of cystic fibrosis, but he is determined not to let this get in the way of his music and his bid to conduct an epic work by JS Bach [S] More on A Boy Called Alex

Pagans

Is paganism a living tradition with roots deep in prehistory or just a collection of superstitions, magic tricks and witches' spells? Pagans explores the origins, history and beliefs of Europe's ancient religions. More on Pagans

Waiting for Hockney

This comic and poignant documentary looks at the risks, payoffs and consequences when one man single-mindedly pursues his vision no matter what, or how long, it takes More on Waiting for Hockney

Dickens' Secret Lover

Taking the form of a fast-paced detective story, this is the story of Charles Dickens - the greatest Victorian of them all - and the great hidden love of his life, Nelly Ternan [S] More on Dickens' Secret Lover

Chosen

Film about the sexual abuse of boys by teachers in Britain's private schools, driven by the frank recollections of three highly articulate men More on Chosen

Other People's Breast Milk

Kate Garraway investigates the pros and cons of cross-feeding, breast milk donation and wet-nursing by meeting some of the growing numbers of women who share each other's breast milk [S] More on Other People's Breast Milk

16 for a Day

Eight teenagers born on the same day are followed for 24 hours, offering a historic televisual document of what it means to be 16 More on 16 for a Day

The 1900 House

In an experiment in living history to investigate how radically our lives have been changed by technology in the last 100 years, a modern family swap the luxury of1999 for a life of urban Victorian domesticity More on The 1900 House

1983: The Brink of Apocalypse

On 8 November 1983 a series of accidents nearly unleashed World War III. This programme recalls the events that led up to one of the most dangerous moments in the entire history of the Cold War. [S] More on 1983: The Brink of Apocalypse

638 Ways to Kill Castro

Cuban leader Fidel Castro has survived several hundred attempts on his life during his lengthy term in office with methods ranging from exploding cigars to femme fatales - all are revealed here More on 638 Ways to Kill Castro

The 9/11 Liars

The bizarre story of how, in the wake of one the most traumatic days in US history, a small number of American citizens exploited the events of 9/11 for their own personal gain More on The 9/11 Liars

9/11 The Five Year Anniversary

Having inadvertently chronicled the terrible events of 9/11 at ground level, filmmakers Jules and Gedeon Naudet return to the scene of their original documentary with this updated film More on 9/11 The Five Year Anniversary

9/11: Emergency Room

This film tells of the emergency treatment of the injured that took place in and around the World Trade Center as the jets crashed and the towers fell on the morning of 9/11 More on 9/11: Emergency Room

9/11: The Firemen's Story

Of the 2752 people who died in the September 11 attacks, 343 were New York firemen. This film tells the stories of those who died, those who survived and those who still bear the scars. More on 9/11: The Firemen's Story

A Boy Called Alex: The Concert

Highlights from the remarkable performance of Bach's St Matthew Passion conducted by Alex Stobbs at London's Cadogan Hall More on A Boy Called Alex: The Concert

A French Affair

Award-winning film-maker Phil Agland's three-part series is a fascinating and affectionate portrait of Gallic life as it unfolds against the backdrop of the beautiful and unspoilt rural region of Burgundy More on A French Affair

A Small Town Murder

Mosco Boucault's True Stories film focuses on the police station of Roubaix, a small town near Lille, where Inspector Haroune investigates a burglary that escalated to murder More on A Small Town Murder

A Very British Sex Scandal

The extraordinary story of the high society court case that scandalised the mores of the day, electrified the nation and changed the course of British history More on A Very British Sex Scandal

A-Z of Your Head

What's it like to hear voices, make yourself sick 15 times a day, or have electric shock treatment? Young people share their personal experiences of mental health problems. More on A-Z of Your Head

ABC Colombia

An intimate portrait of a small rural community in a part of Colombia entirely controlled by paramilitary forces, seen through the eyes of the children who grow up there More on ABC Colombia

Admission Impossible

Each year parents embark on a stressful journey to get their kids into the school of their choice. This series follows the stories of six families as they navigate through the admissions system. More on Admission Impossible

Adopt Me - I'm a Teenager

An observational film looking at adoption stories in the USA. The programme features teenagers between the ages of 15-17 who are on an epic emotional journey in search of a permanent family. More on Adopt Me - I'm a Teenager

Afghantsi

Award-winning documentary from 1988, filmed in Kabul at the end of the Soviet-Afghan war, which focuses on the experiences of the invading army as it faces defeat More on Afghantsi

Aileen Wuornos: Selling of a Serial Killer

Nick Broomfield's award-winning documentary about female serial killer, Aileen Wuornos More on Aileen Wuornos: Selling of a Serial Killer

Aileen: Life and Death of a Serial Killer

Documentary from Nick Broomfield that traces the tragic, farcical life of America's most renowned contemporary murderess to its inevitable brutal conclusion More on Aileen: Life and Death of a Serial Killer

All You Need Is Love

Over 17 episodes, this landmark series from the 1970s - described by John Lennon as a 'mighty achievement' - tells the story of popular music from its earliest origins through to 1975 More on All You Need Is Love

Allergic to the 21st Century?

First Cut investigates a growing number of people who believe this century is making them sick, including Sarah Dacre who is allergic to electrical appliances [S] More on Allergic to the 21st Century?

Angela's Dying Wish

When TV producer Angela Howard-Bent was told that she had terminal breast cancer she decided to make a film about the last months of her life. This moving film is her very personal story about life and death. More on Angela's Dying Wish

Animal Farm

Presented by Olivia Judson and Giles Coren, this series looks at advancements in GM, cloning and tissue engineering in animals More on Animal Farm

Baby Bible Bashers

A Cutting Edge film explores the disturbing world of children who become evangelical bible bashers at a very young age More on Baby Bible Bashers

Bahtalo!

This True Stories documentary follows the adventures of Lali, a Transylvanian Gypsy and Lori, a Transylvanian Hungarian, as they seek the opportunities offered by the rapid globalisation of Europe More on Bahtalo!

Barry Humphries: The Man Inside Dame Edna

In creating Dame Edna, Barry Humphries struck comedy gold - producing one of the most enduring comic characters of the last 50 years. But what lies behind the man behind the Dame? More on Barry Humphries: The Man Inside Dame Edna

The Beginner's Guide to...

Celebrities come face to face with some of the world's most talked-about religions, looking behind the headlines and exploring their unfamiliar rituals and regimes More on The Beginner's Guide to...

Being Maxine Carr

Maxx Ginnane's half-hour First Cut film is a tale of a modern day witch-hunt, examining mob-justice and exploring how Maxine Carr became a hate figure More on Being Maxine Carr

Better by Design

Multi-award-winning designers Richard Seymour and Dick Powell rethink malfunctioning everyday objects, from unsound burglar alarms to rubbish kitchen bins More on Better by Design

The Big Decision

As part of a major new series for 2012, Channel 4 and The Big Lottery Fund have joined forces to give the public the chance to decide how £10 million of Lottery money is spent More on The Big Decision