What's on Smithsonian Channel?

The Smithsonian Channel brought us award-winning programming inspired by the world's largest museum and research complex exploring air and space, history, science, nature and wildlife. However, the channel officially closed in January 2023, but here's some more documentary channels to check out:

05/01/2023

Smithsonian Channel closes in UK

As of Friday 6th January 2023, the Smithsonian Channel has officially closed in the UK.

But don't worry! Freesat has 100+ channels for you to enjoy, so if you're a fan of documentaries, there's still plenty to watch on Freesat. Here are our top picks:

PBS America

Freesat channel 155

From World War II to archaeological finds and the latest in science, PBS America has a fascinating array of documentaries to delve into, including award-winning documentary films such as Last Days in Vietnam. Whether you're interested in modern-day politics or ancient relics, you're sure to find something to spark your interest on PBS America, so find out what's coming up this month!

Yesterday

Freesat channel 159

Over on Yesterday you'll find more mind-expanding documentaries. From visions of World War II as you've never seen it before to train journeys across the world and Abandoned Engineering exploring long abandoned ghost towns, look back at the past with fresh eyes on Freesat channel 159. Find out what's coming up this month on Yesterday.

BBC Four

Freesat channel 108

BBC Four has long been a place for everything from history documentaries to travel shows. Look back at key events in history, explore faraway countries like China and India, or if you need a break, some fantastic drama... Let's not forget there's also plenty of great documentaries on BBC One, BBC Two, BBC Three and BBC iPlayer, so you're spoilt for choice! Check out our TV Guide to see what's coming up tonight.

Sky Arts

Freesat channel 155

If arts and culture is more your bag, look no further than Sky Arts. You'll find music documentaries on everyone from Mozart to Pink Floyd, captivating theatre performances, explorations of cultural icons through the years and much more. Find out what's coming up on Sky Arts now.

BLAZE

Freesat channel 162

professor alice roberts with viking chess pieces

If you'd rather dive into the weird and wonderful, BLAZE has a world of documentaries to explore. From ancient archaeology to ghosts and UFOs, delve into the world unseen on Freesat channel 162. Find out what's coming up on BLAZE this month!

CBS Reality

Freesat channel 135

If you're interested in true crime documentaries, CBS Reality is the place to go. From a deep dive into forensic analysis to unravelling old cold cases, find out what true crime documentaries to watch now.

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