Sports & Adventure
The vehicles of tomorrow tested under extreme conditions
If you own a car, it has been most likely heavily tested in Swedish Lapland, more precisely in Arjeplog.
Unknown to the public, this small town of 2,000 inhabitants, located 50 km north of the Arctic Circle, is the world capital of the automobile industry in winter.
It is a secret location where the biggest manufacturers torment the vehicles of tomorrow under extreme conditions.
ARKTIC, A 62 DAY SOLITARY JOURNEY [52’]
On and under the ice pack
In some parts of the world, climate change is more obvious than elsewhere.
French explorer Alban Michon, a specialist in ice diving, achieved a world first by crossing the Arctic "Northwest Passage" alone. Carrying over 180 kilos of equipment, Alban traveled nearly 500 kilometers, braving temperatures as low as -53°C.
This film is the story of this extraordinary adventure on and under the ice pack.
DISTANCE TRAVELLED: 1751KM [4x25’]
A surf trip to the island of Kyushu
Maoh Toda, a professional surfer from Miyazaki, takes a surfing trip through the island of Kyushu which is known for its many surfing locales.
Starting from his base at Nobeoka, he travels to Oita, Fukuoka and Kagoshima to secret spots known only to local surfers, while introducing the delicious cuisine of each region.
FRANZ BECKENBAUER, THE LAST EMPEROR [90’]
The ultimate tribute
Franz Beckenbauer is one of the greatest names in world soccer, a winner of every trophy.
Several international football stars talk about who he was for them: a role model, a big brother, a reassuring guide, a comrade, a coach, a teammate, a friend.
Using never-before-seen archives, this series also traces the history of the Federal Republic of Germany since 1945, the year Beckenbauer was born.
FREE SPIRITS [8x40’]
A world of extreme sports
Léo Urban, the Tarzan of the cities and star of parkour, has set himself the goal of becoming the best athlete in his discipline.
He learns from the maestros of weightlessness and extreme sports to perfect his training and overcome his last mental and physical barriers.
KROOS [115’]
The heart and mind of Real Madrid
Toni Kroos is a phenomenon.
Even though he is the most successful and expensive German football player of all time, you barely notice him on the field or in public. He’s modest, introverted, and reserved. Yet, he is the heart and mind of Real Madrid, the biggest football club in the world, where show and spectacle are as important as victory.
From Greifswald to Madrid, this film offers unseen images of the life of this atypical athlete and provides an inside look at the world of professional football.
KROOS, FAMILY AND FOOTBALL [71’]
An intimate portrait of the media shy star athlete
For over a year, a camera followed famed soccer player Toni Kroos and his closest acquaintances, resulting in an intimate portrait second to none with unparalleled insights into the life of the media shy star.
OKINAWA SIMPLE LIFE ADVENTURES [4x25’]
Connecting with the ocean and nature
Pro surfer Hayato Maki is constantly searching for ways to connect with the sea and nature like going spear fishing or camping.
In this series, we share some of his adventures in the beautiful natural environment of Okinawa.
THE 24 HOURS OF LE MANS [52’]
The 2020 race, a year like no other
The 24 hours of Le Mans, the mythical endurance race, usually occur in June. Due to the health crisis, the 2020 race was held in September without a public. This film follows the EDEC team in this unprecedented context.
Two cars broke down during qualifying and had to be repaired overnight, resulting in a one-lap penalty on the starting line. At the end of the first lap, they were in last place.
This was the start of an improbable comeback.
THE ANGEL'S LINE [42’]
A highline to the Mont Saint Michel
Nathan Paulin is a slackliner with an impressive track record who has turned his passion into a profession.
Despite his apparent ease of walking on a 2cm wide strap, he’s always looking for new challenges.
For over a year, the camera follows his preparation for what will be, if he succeeds, his longest line: 2,200 m to the legendary Mont Saint-Michel.
THE SCENE [52’]
The best spots in the world of climbing
Moab, Utah. A desert town with massive sandstone towers where climbers test their limits.
Boulder, Colorado. The social hub of US climbing.
Innsbruck, Austria. The highest concentration of talent.
Catalunya, Spain. The sport climbing capital of the world.
This film is a fast-paced ride through the centers of the climbing universe.
ZERO TO MACAO [1x95’] | [2x52’]
A tale of grit and determination
Vivian Siu is an amateur racing driver who decided to compete in the Macau Grand Prix.
Entirely self-funded and with almost no driving experience, she went from karting to the Chinese Formula 4 Championship, becoming the first woman to compete in the series.
Between immense challenges and unwavering determination, Vivian's story is one of fierce determination that has led this Ivy League graduate to pioneering race car driver.
A TENNIS ICON [52’]
The extraordinary life of Suzanne Lenglen
Suzanne Lenglen remains one of the greatest tennis players of all time. In addition to her exploits on the court, she contributed to women’s emancipation.
She left an indelible mark on her sport, winning 250 tournaments, including 83 without losing a single game, three Olympic medals, and six Wimbledon titles. She lost just seven matches in her career.
In addition to this exceptional record, she was an icon of feminism, a talented writer, and the ambassador of high-fashion maestro Jean Patou.
BORN FOR THIS [5x26’]
A mindfulness adventure
The quality of our health and well-being determines the quality of our lives.
But what is proper health? How to achieve it? Can it be a source of inspiration and achievements?
In this season premiere, we meet the Fuel to Flourish Fellowship and join them in their mindfulness adventure through the island of Puerto Galera in the Philippines.
CHAMPIONS [5x52’]
Reproducing the exploits of yesteryear
5 world-class women athletes, in 5 different sports, have set themselves a major challenge that they will try to achieve at all costs.
CORE [52’]
The essence of rock climbing
Nothing is more exciting than exploring a new place. Climbers have figured that out long ago as they would travel extensively to test their abilities on different rocks.
Rock climbing rewards those with a creative approach to the challenges presented by nature.
This film is a breathtaking immersion in the landscapes and lifestyles that define climbing which has become the latest craze in urban culture.
EXTREAM DRONE WORLD [6x25’]
A different angle
Top extreme sportsmen collaborate with a drone aerial filming team which hone in on their lifestyle and introduces their skills and achievements.
EXTREME TRAVELLERS (HD) [6x26’]
A daredevil's roadbook
Follow some very unusual tourists who travel to the most beautiful locations only to fulfill their passion for the extreme.
They journey to the beaches of Indonesia, the mountains of Chile, the volcanoes of Kamchatka, looking for the ultimate thrill, be it surf, kite, snowboard, BMX, rock climbing and much more.
These EXTREME TRAVELLERS take you to a world full of energy, adrenalin and spectacular landscapes.
FLYING THE CHANNEL CROSSING [52’]
A daredevil's challenge
110 years after the first air crossing over the English Channel, Franky Zapata took up the same challenge with his invention, the FlyBoard Air, a hoverboard powered by gas turbines.
We follow him and his team as they prepare for this physical and technological endeavor.
FOOTBALL AND IMMIGRATION [90’]
The National team, a reflection of plurality
Soccer conveys many passions, including that of identity. This makes it a relevant field to tell the story of immigration.
From the 1930s to the present day, the composition of the French national team reflects the plurality of the population.
Legends such as Raymond Kopa, Michel Platini, Zinedine Zidane and Basile Boli illustrate the four major waves of immigration that the country has experienced.
GREENLAND: WHERE ICEBERGS ARE BORN [52’]
The white adventure of a father and his 2 sons
Somewhere in the Great North there is a secret place where icebergs come to life. This is where the icecap frees them and let them drift as ephemeral giants of the oceans.
Pierre and his two sons, aged 11 and 15, have decided to reach this magical location.
This 400 kms journey sees them facing menacing icy storms through white bears territory. In doing so they write one of the most glorious pages of recent Arctic history showing that human warmth and solidarity can brave the harshest conditions.
INSTANT BADASS [52’]
From the street to the cage
Away from the postcard image of Bangkok exists a world of violence and social antagonism.
Jakkrapong created the first Street Fight club in the city, providing a space for anyone to come and experience fighting. Operating on the fringe of society, and considered by most to be thugs, these young men meet to confront each other. Not for money or glory, but just to feel alive.
These are men that ultimately want to build, in their own way, a social bond within a hostile society.
JESSE OWENS - LUZ LONG: AN EVERLASTING FRIENDSHIP [52’]
The paragon of the olympic spirit
Berlin. August 1936. Jesse Owens, the black American, and Luz Long, the image of the perfect Aryan, compete in the Olympic Games under the watchul eyes of Adolf Hitler, who is eagerly expcting the triumph of his favorite athlete.
But during the event, the two athletes put aside their differences and the ideals they represent to face off in the tradition of the Olympic spirit. Luz Long even advises his nemesis during the qualifying rounds of the long jump that Jesse Owens finally wins.
Thanks to archival images associated with reenactments of the long jump event, testimonies from the descendants of the two athletes, sportsmen and historians, this film sheds new light on the 1936 Olympic Games, a decisive event that heralded the greatest tragedy of the 20th century.
LE MANS 24 HOURS OFFICIAL FILMS [90’]
The history of the mythical sports car race
Le Mans is a mythical sports car race, with legendary drivers and car manufacturers pushing technical limits.
This film covers all aspects Le Mans from 1906 to the latest edition: the teams, the starts, the chequered flag, night-time racing, podiums, crowds gathering at the circuit gates…
LOOKING FOR [8x52’]
Legendary football clubs seen by Eric Cantona
Eric Cantona goes back in time to tell the legends of the most famous football clubs in the world and their host cities.
MEGASTADIUM, A TOUR OF EUROPE [6x52’]
Places of worship
This series is about the stadiums of Europe that host hundreds of millions of spectators, their enthusiasm, and their songs, year after year.
Behind these megastructures are challenges and secrets that make them symbolic.
NOWITZKI : THE PERFECT SHOT [105’]
The path to NBA glory
This film follows the career of Dirk Nowitzki, his relationship with his coach and mentor, Holger Geschwinder, and their path to NBA glory.
PATHFINDERS [7x26’]
Travelling with a difference
It is no longer acceptable to use the world’s most beautiful locations as playgrounds without paying attention to the local people and their ecosystems. Today, outdoor traveling has to be meaningful and incorporate values of sharing and caring.
PATHFINDERS follows these new travelers whose quest for adventure and open spaces is equal to their respect for the locals.
With them, we discover magical places but also share the daily concerns of their inhabitants. Whether surfing in Peru or cycling downhill Mount Kenya, they are being confronted to the ecological threat facing Lake Titicaca or the terrible droughts hitting southern Kenya.
PEATO MAUVAKA, THE BIG HEARTED PACIFIC WARRIOR [52’]
From New Caledonia to the French rugby team
Peato Mauvaka left New Caledonia to join France and become a professional rugby player.
Indeed, today, he is the hooker for the French rugby team.
PLAYGROUND, WHEN KIDS’ DREAMS COME TRUE [56’]
Dreaming about soccer
Children may live in different countries and cultures, yet they all share the same passion for football.
For the first time, a film goes behind the scenes of the world’s biggest football tournament for children aged 10 to 12: the Kids’ Football Nations Cup.
This film tells of today’s childhood, driven by hope, dreams, and unity.
RUDY GOBERT [52’]
One of the best basketball players in the world
At 30, Rudy Gobert achieved his dream of becoming one of the best basketball players in the world. Yet, he remains unknown to the general public.
This film sheds light on the history and personality of the man behind the player.
SAINT-JACQUES [2x52’]
A hiking adventure
Heading to Santiago de Compostela in Spain means leaving behind your job and the comfort of a quiet life.
For these hikers, the adventure will last about two and a half months, with many ups and downs along the way.
SHIMA RUN [31x24’]
Running across Japan
As more people have started running and urban marathons have been held in various locations, diet and health have been on everyone’s mind.
This series introduces running methods while discovering some of the most scenic Japanese islands.
SHIPWRECKS, WHEN HISTORY RESURFACES [6x52’]
The story behind major maritime disasters
From the Philippines to Scotland, this series aims to bring submerged bits of history up from the depths of the ocean floor.
We set off on exciting adventures of underwater expeditions as we hunt for the vestiges that shed light on major maritime disasters.
Blending 3D graphics, exclusive stock footage, and key contributions by survivors and historians, this series navigates between land and sea to chronicle the history of the world through the stories of its forgotten shipwrecks.
THE BLACK EAGLES [90’]
The colors of the German national football team
The German national football team now includes black players.
How far have they come before stepping onto the pitch, what obstacles have they overcome, what prejudices and hostility have they faced? What was it like in the past and what is it like today?
These players also shed light on how spectators, the media and society in general deal with the issue of racism. Slowly, insidiously, something has changed over the past decades.
THE CHILD OF THE FOREST [4x52’]
Nature protector
Léo Urban is a child of the forest.
He uses his knowledge, extraordinary physical abilities, and community of followers to answer calls for help from those fighting to protect nature around the globe.
THE FRENCH SPIDERMAN VS BURJ KHALIFA [52’]
Climbing the highest building in the world
World famous extreme athlete Alain Robert, also known as the "French Spiderman", has been climbing bare hand the tallest buildings on the planet for over 25 years.
So when the construction of the Burj Khalifa in Dubai was completed, making it the tallest tower in the world culminating at 828m, it seemed natural that he had to face the challenge. That endeavour represented 5 years of intense negotiation and preparation
This film offers an insider look at this amazing and death defying adventure.
THE WALL OF DEATH [75’]
Defying the laws of gravity
The motordrome, nicknamed the Wall of Death, is a large circular merry-go-round. Vintage motorbikes ride on its vertical walls, defying the laws of gravity with lightness.
German stuntman Donald Ganlsmeier has been revamping this funfair attraction from the last century.
This film tells the story of how Donald and his team revive this practice and how they embark on a new challenge of mechanical acrobatics with the creation of a special number with 4 bikes.
TOUR DE FRANCE: BEHIND THE SCENES [100’]
A major sporting event and a popular celebration
Every summer in July, the Tour de France captivates the country and a worldwide audience. It is not only a major sporting event but also a popular celebration.
Wherever it goes, the Tour employs thousands of people. For several weeks, our cameras have followed these men and women who work behind the scenes to make it a success.
From the athletes who cycle over a hundred kilometres every day to the race director or the models who give a peck on the cheek of the day’s winner, who are the ones who make this gigantic machine work?
TURBO [200x52’]
The flagship program devoted to automotive news
This iconic show is dedicated to the world of automobiles: the latest news, test drives, car matches, tips and thematic programs.
TURBO informs the driver and the car enthusiast through 3 key values: passion, expertise and quality.
WAYNE [95’]
An improbable and triumphant story
This is the incredible but true story of Wayne Gardner, a kid from Wollongong, a little town of less than 300,000 inhabitants, that no one believed in and who grew up to be the hero who would define an era for Australians. He practiced one of the most dangerous and visually arresting sport on the planet: Grand Prix Motorcycle Racing.
This classic hero’s journey reminds us what it feels like to be the underdog, and yet climb a mountain, win a race or achieve our own individual dreams.
WIND QUEST [22x52’]
Marrying travel and scientific study
Arthur de Kersauson and Antoine Auriol go around the world to meet singular winds to which men have often given names.
Each episode is a journey and a challenge because the wind does not always blow where you expect it. But when it does, everything comes alive.
At once a scientific study and a breath of fresh air, this series is an experience with winds that have their own identities and strongly impact people's lives.
ZIP ZAP CIRCUS [90’]
Dare to dream
Based in Cape Town, South Africa, the Zip Zap Circus has welcomed young people, often from underprivileged backgrounds, under its big top, encouraging them to dare to dream.
And dare they do. Through sheer will and hard work, these young artists expose their talent in front of more than 50,000 spectators gathered to witness the birth of their dreams.