Documentaries

100 Bliain de Thithíocht - Géarchéim Gan Deireadh

100 Bliain de Thithíocht - Géarchéim Gan Deireadh

Ireland was born in a housing crisis. And it has never gone away. Céad Bliain de Thithíocht draws a line from the birth of the state to the crisis we find ourselves in today.

1916 Seachtar Dearmadta

1916 Seachtar Dearmadta

This series looks at the seven men who were killed in Kilmainham Jail as a result of the 1916 Easter Rising. The people of Ireland have forgotten theses men. This is an ambitious series with high standards of information from history to educational to cultural. The seven men who will be the subject of these programmes are Sean Heuston, Con Colbert, Willie Pearse, Major John McBride, Ned Daly, Michael Mallin and Michael O'Hanrahan.

Aerfort Dhún na nGall

Aerfort Dhún na nGall

This is the story of 'Donegal Airport', voted the most scenic landing strip in the world. From daily commuters, business owners and students to Rescue 118, international jet setters and cancer patients availing of essential medical treatment, the airport provides a vital service, connecting its users with the outside world. This 4 part documentary series gives viewers a unique insight into the running of a small regional airport, told through the intimate stories of the passengers flying in and out and the airport staff responsible for their safety and keeping this vital airport alive.

Ag Lorg Hy-Brasil

Ag Lorg Hy-Brasil

Ag Lorg Hy-Brasil ruminates on an ancient, mythical island off the Connemara coast and asks why it inspired Ireland's exhibit at the Architecture Biennale in Venice.

Ag Taisteal Siar

Ag Taisteal Siar

Traveller music has been a defining force in Irish musical heritage since the ballad boom of the 1960s. Ag Taisteal Siar explores the profound, and often overlooked contribution of legends such as Pecker Dunne, Maggie Barry and Johnny Doran to Ireland's musical legacy.

Ag Triall ar an Tobar

Ag Triall ar an Tobar

A new 6-part documentary series that dives into the myths and legends associated with Ireland's Holy wells and asks what is it about these therapeutic landscapes that retain a presence in today's world? In each episode Presenter Manchán Magan uncovers holy wells that have been sites of worship and prayer for centuries and are still visited today for those seeking comfort and peace. Where have these rituals come from and who are the people that keep these traditions alive?

Ag Triall ar Chill na Martra

Ag Triall ar Chill na Martra

In this documentary we follow the festival organisers, players, managers and supporters of the teams who competed in Comórtas Peile na Gaeltachta 2024.

Aillte

Aillte

Aillte explores the geology, mythology, wildlife, and human stories carved into the cliffs of Donegal, Mayo and Clare. With a blend of scientific insight, homespun wisdom, and poetic reflection Cormac Mac Fhionnlaoich brings the audience on a deeply personal voyage through time, tide, and breathtaking heights.

Ainmhí 999

Ainmhí 999

Animal 999 is the series that goes behind the scenes of The Scottish SPCA. Scotland's leading animal charity is opening its doors to allow access all areas to the work of its inspectors and animal rescue officers who work to protect and care for Scotland's wildlife and domestic pets.

Aisling Trí Néallaibh - Doireann Ní Ghríofa

Aisling Trí Néallaibh - Doireann Ní Ghríofa

(2022 Biographical Film) Directed by Ciara Nic Chormaic. Acclaimed poet and essayist Doireann Ní Ghríofa was catapulted into the international literary spotlight in 2020 with the publication of her debut novel A Ghost in the Throat.

Amharc Aneas

Amharc Aneas

Northern life in the Gael Linn newsreel. In 1959, a weekly cinema newsreel was launched by Gael Linn in Irish. In a time before RTE, Amharc Eireann was the only source of local news with moving pictures. Shown in cinemas across the republic for five years, it reported on all aspects of Irish life, both North and South. But these newsreels were never shown north of the Border. Now, in this four part series, we follow this record of events, revealing a fascinating account of Northern life before the troubles, and of the relationships that existed between North and South.

Amhráin do mo Mháthair

Amhráin do mo Mháthair

Amhráin do mo Mháthair is an intimate portrait of singer Pauline Scanlon's journey to uncover her mother's hidden past through her acclaimed album of traditional Irish songs.

An Balla

An Balla

In a compelling series, presenter Síle Nic Chonaonaigh explores four of the world's most iconic walls and borders. Each episode uncovers the human stories behind these walls. Stories about hope and unity in the face of division, and about the triumph of the human spirit in spite of separation.

An Bealach Ó Dheas

An Bealach Ó Dheas

A journey through the Mountains of Ireland. A Wilderness Journey through the West of Ireland. Duais - Finalist - documentary Worldfest Houston 1999.

An Buachaill Gealgháireach

An Buachaill Gealgháireach

Theo Dorgan uncovers the story of a song written by Brendan Behan in memory of Michael Collins, which connects the bloody birth-pangs of both modern Ireland and Greece and whose histories are bound together by the power of a song.

An Cliath Oilimpeach

An Cliath Oilimpeach

Filmed over several years, this documentary reveals the many hurdles Diarmuid Clancy faced as he was training to reach the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.

An Cósta Thiar

An Cósta Thiar

The west coast of Ireland is recognised as one of the most remarkable coastal routes in the world. The sea's resources and beauty sustain and shape the communities that live along its shores. In this series 'An Cósta Thiar', Áine Ní Bhreisleáin travels down the west coast, from Donegal to Kerry, to gain an insight into the culture, challenges and benefits of living by the Atlantic and to find out if seawater still flows through the veins of its coastal communities.

An Cuan

An Cuan

A year-long look at one of Ireland's most fascinating and unique eco-systems - Dublin Bay. The bay is home to an unfathomable number of birds, mammals, sea creatures, flora and also 1.5 million Dubliners. Teeming with life, both wild and human, the bay faces many challenges both natural and manmade. An Cuan explores this unique urban area where nature and humanity at times live in harmony and at others battle to co-exist.

An Diabhal Inti

An Diabhal Inti

Set against the backdrop of the great European witch hunts spanning two centuries and reaching across the Atlantic as far as America the six-part series offers a unique lens into the social, political and religious conditions that resulted in one of the greatest 'otherings' in human history.

An Fód Deireanach

An Fód Deireanach

Presenter Manchán Magan explores our complex relationship with the peatlands of Ireland. "An Fód Deireannach" takes viewers on a visually spectacular, informative and entertaining tour of the secret treasure of Ireland's landscape, our peatlands. Ireland is a bog superpower, we have the third largest amount of surviving peatland in the world. The bog is part of our culture and heritage; but these biodiverse habitats are under threat.

An Spás Eadrainn-The Space Between

An Spás Eadrainn-The Space Between

We have invited some of our favourite musicians, authors, actors, and much more to collaborate with unlikely matches within the great hall of the extraordinary Bunratty castle.

An Tailliúr Gorm

An Tailliúr Gorm

The thread of the story is the life of Pádraig Ó Dáibhéid, the blue tailor of the title and the island's first inhabitant.

Aonaracht

Aonaracht

Innovative harpist Úna Monaghan is undertaking one of the most ambitious projects of her career. With unique access into the making of her new album, Aonaracht offers an opportunity to see one of Ireland's most exciting talents at work.

Ar Iarraidh

Ar Iarraidh

Ar Iarraidh is a new four-part documentary series by Midas Productions for TG4 which tells the stories of those missing through the eyes of their family and friends. These deeply personal interviews give us an insight into the heartbreak that each family has suffered and how they continue to live with this ongoing grief on a daily basis, whilst also trying to maintain some kind of hope. Each family has a unique story to tell as to how their lives changed forever, from the moment their loved one disappeared.

Ar Iarraidh Kingsley Porter

Ar Iarraidh Kingsley Porter

Kevin Magee investigates the story of the American millionaire Arthur Kingsley Porter who disappeared from the small Donegal Gaeltacht island of Inishbofin in 1933.

Ar Lorg na Fírinne

Ar Lorg na Fírinne

Nearly 25 years after the signing of the Good Friday Agreement, the legacy of the bitter conflict in Northern Ireland shows no sign of abating.

Ár mBealaí Ceilteacha

Ár mBealaí Ceilteacha

Join Ryland Teifi and his daughters Lowri and Cifa as they embark on a road trip across six counties in Ireland and Wales. Two countries they call home and two regions that form one Celtic Route.

Ar Son na Cúise

Ar Son na Cúise

Lifelong friends Joe Ó Dónaill and Ray Mac Mánais set off on an entertaining road trip across the various Gaeltacht regions in search of fun, a good yarn and good craic. Their unique trip explores friendship, new experiences and the Gaeltacht humour that inspired them to take to the Oireachtas na Gaeilge stage almost 40 years ago. On the road they meet old and new friends, local rogues, mavericks and entertainers who live, and enjoy life to the full.

Athbheatha: Colm Cille Ildánach

Athbheatha: Colm Cille Ildánach

A celebration of the 1500th anniversary of Colmcille's life through unique works of art.

Bádóirí - Na Jimmy's

Bádóirí - Na Jimmy's

In this programme we meet the most capable and humble family of sailors in Conamara.

Bailte

Bailte

Bailte returns with a new 8 part series examining life in townlands all over Ireland. Síle Nic Chonaonaigh discusses the connection people have with their homeplace, the influence the landscape has on life there, the culture that informs them and the changes in the ways people in rural Ireland are now making a living. Amongst the town lands visited in the second series Síle goes to An Bun Beag in Co. Donegal, An Gleann in South Kerry and we begin with An Baile Uachtarach on the Dingle Peninsula.

Báisteach

Báisteach

In this series Báisteach presenter Seán Mac an tSíthigh explores some of the mysteries behind the most everyday of phenomena, the rain which falls from our skies. In Ireland we may take it for granted at times, but this, our most precious resource, has been the salvation of many communities around the globe. From those experiencing excessive rainfall, to those who are praying for rain, to scientists studying the impact of climate change on rain, we'll hear from communities in China, USA, India, Scotland and closer to home about the impact of Rain on their lives.

Beidh Aonach Amárach

Beidh Aonach Amárach

The popular country agricultural show series is back. Witness the excitement, tension and fun as we join the competitors going for glory at Ireland's country shows and fairs. With 140 agricultural shows across Ireland, this scene is hugely popular with competitors and spectators. Each year thousands of people spend months preparing before travelling to take part in the competitions every weekend. We join the army of volunteers who organise and judge these events. Among the fairs featured in the second season are Clonmany Agricultural Show in Donegal and the Puck Fair in Killorglin, Co. Kerry.

Beo Faoin bhFód

Beo Faoin bhFód

In 1968, Mick Meaney was buried six foot under the London soil in a simple wooden coffin. Hundreds came to see his burial, and toast Mick on his way. The thing was, Mick was not dead. He was competing in the world record competition for 'Longest Time Spent Buried Alive'.

Bíbeanna

Bíbeanna

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Bláth na hAoise

Bláth na hAoise

Centered around life at the Déise Day Care Centre in Dungarvan, Bláth na hAoise shows that life doesn't stop after retirement. With some footage self-filmed at the Day Care Centre, this series is a heart-warming insight into life in retirement.

Bláth na hÓige

Bláth na hÓige

The Irish language sean-nós song tradition is an integral part of Ireland's musical and cultural landscape. An oral, living tradition, this tradition goes to the very heart of the Gaelic tradition. In this series we follow these young singers as they go about their musical lives. We see them collaborate under the musical direction of renowned sean-nós singer Síle Denvir and the illustrious fiddle player Colm Mac Con Iomaire at Stiúideo Cuan in Connemara, as they creatively make their own of this sean-nós tradition.

Bláth na hÓige An turas go Lorient

Bláth na hÓige An turas go Lorient

A documentary which features Bláth na hÓige as they embark on their first ever overseas concert at the Festival Interceltique de Lorient in Brittany.

Breakaway Femmes

Breakaway Femmes

Did you know that there was a female Tour de France in the 80s and it was cancelled because it got in the way of the men's Tour de France? Documentary on the female Tour de France that ran for six years in the 80s.

Brighid

Brighid

Documentary. The common image of Brighid is one of a one-dimensional saint of quaint crosses and rural customs. In this programme, we see a completely different Brighid: a god, a female trinity who pre-dates Christianity and will survive it, a bountiful and generous god who loved life and lived it to the full.

Brú

Brú

In this series we see four young amateur sportspeople dealing with the pressure of elite level sport over the course of a season. They all share the same will to win and dedicate themselves to sport alongside their busy everyday lives. Boxer Kaci Rock is preparing for national championships. Long jumper Fodhla Nic Phádín is coming back after a period out of the sport. Róisín Nic Ruairí embarks on her first season as Donegal Ladies Football captain, and golfer Pádraig Ó Dochartaigh begins his road back from injury.

Burkitt

Burkitt

A creative documentary film about the life of Irish surgeon Denis Burkitt who discovered Burkitt's lymphoma - as told by first time filmmaker Éanna Mac Cana - a survivor of this cancer.

Camán na mBan

Camán na mBan

Documentary exploring the 120-year-old sport of Camogie. The Camogie Association faces a major change as they aim to integrate with the GAA by 2027 with contributions from All-Star Camogie players and past Camogie Association Presidents.

Caomhnóirí na Talún

Caomhnóirí na Talún

Across the countryside we've seen catastrophic declines of birds, wild bees and native plants. Even once common birds like the skylark and kestrel are now in trouble. The intensification of farming and forestry is seen as one of the most significant contributors to these losses but if biodiversity is to improve that change will happen across Irish farmland. Caomhnóirí na Talún, a new TG4 series from IWR Media, Caomhnóirí na Talún, follows five farmers as they farm with nature, as they create or conserve habitats on their farms, pioneer new ideas and try to protect wildlife and their living.

Capaillíní

Capaillíní

The Conamara Pony has always survived on the mountains and by the seashore, and has been shaped by that same harsh, rural terrain. For centuries, many families in Conamara relied on this work-pony for survival. Today, the Conamara Pony is one of the most well-loved and sought-after animals in the world. Across four episodes, we delve into the world of breeders, riders, buyers and sellers to find out why exactly this Irish pony is so revered.

Carna an Cheoil agus na nAmhrán

Carna an Cheoil agus na nAmhrán

For over a century, music collectors have flocked to Carna in Conamara, drawn by its rich Gaelic traditions. Here, songs, music, dance, and storytelling have been preserved, offering a rare glimpse into Ireland's ancient cultural roots.

Cathair na Mílte Grian

Cathair na Mílte Grian

(2022, Visual Poem) Featuring Marcus Mac Conghail, Kazuyoshi Meiki and Tristan Warner. Directed by Paula Kehoe and Feargal Ward. Cathair na Mílte Grian is a cinematic pilgrimage exploring the cultural and psychological impacts of war. Part poem, part elegy, this film forges connections between the inhabitants of two distant cities, Dublin and Hiroshima. Featuring excerpts from masterpieces of cinema by Alain Resnais, Hiroshi Teshigahara, Kaneto Shindo and John Huston. Inspired by the poem dán Aifreann na Marbh by Eoghan Ó Tuairisc.

Céad Seans

Céad Seans

The emerging talented filmmakers from Nemeton TV and Waterford Institute of Technology's Higher Diploma in Television and Media Production premiere their exciting new documentaries and short films on the TG4 Player.

Ceartas Crua-Mná v An Dlí

Ceartas Crua-Mná v An Dlí

Ceartas Crua - Mná v An Dlí is a two-part documentary series that examines the real impact of 100 years of the Irish State on the country's women through the prism of the judicial system. This series explores women's history in a unique way, examining the country's legislation and laws, as well as looking back on famous court cases.

Ceathrar Guildford - 50 Bliain na mBréag

Ceathrar Guildford - 50 Bliain na mBréag

50 years on from the 1974 Guildford pub bombings, this programme tells the story of four young people who spent 15 years in prison for a crime they didn't commit, and their continued fight for justice.

Céim Chun Cinn

Céim Chun Cinn

Our University years are often described as some of the best days of our lives, a transformative time in our personal development, a challenging yet fulfilling period of new beginnings, new friends, new surroundings and new found freedoms. In this series we visit four Irish universities and spend an academic year with four students to give a unique insight into the fun, the pressures, the joys and tribulations of university life in Ireland today.

Ceol na Talún

Ceol na Talún

From the archives - first broadcast in 1998. The second in this documentary series which follows the rural year with its natural pace.

Ciotóg

Ciotóg

This observational documentary explores the life of local Belfast boxer Sean McComb as he embarks on a professional career and deals with the challenges that he confronts inside and outside the ring.

Clann na nGael

Clann na nGael

Comórtas Peile na Gaeltachta is widely regarded as one of the most important annual events for Irish speakers and Gaelic football fans alike. Cumann Peile Chlann na nGael from Ráth Chairn and Áth Buí in Meath hosted the event in 2025.

Cluain Tarbh

Cluain Tarbh

The 2 part documentary Cluain Tarbh explores the story of the Battle of Clontarf, one of the most powerful, emotional – and misunderstood stories in history. Portrayed for centuries as a battle between the Irish and the Vikings – it was anything but.

Cluiche As Baile

Cluiche As Baile

We meet the diverse group of people in the small but mighty GAA clubs in cities across Europe, as they make friends, learn a new sport, and battle for the trophy.

Cneasaithe

Cneasaithe

Broadcaster Máirtín Tom Sheáinín embarks on a trip around Ireland to ascertain if faith healing is still practised around the country.

Cogar

Cogar

Documentaries that concentrate on people more than on issues and allow participants to tell their own story in their own way

Cois Móire

Cois Móire

Following in the footsteps of Annroai Ó Liathain, using his book Cois Móire as a guide, Diarmuid Ó Drisceoil will travel the river Blackwater, the spine of Munster, from its source in Kerry to the sea in Youghal. The river depicts Irelands history and the treasures of this rich environment - characters and chronicles, historic buildings, artistic endeavours and modern communities - reflecting Ireland in all its triumph and tragedy, war and worship, meeting people along the way who are moulded by this river, River Blackwater, Cois Móire. Presented by Diarmuid Ó Drisceoil.

Cois Siúire

Cois Siúire

Following in the footsteps of Annroai O' Liatháin and using his book Cois Siúire as a travel guide, Dr Colm Mac Gearailt will travel the third longest river in Ireland, the Suir by canoe from its source near the Devil's Bit in Tipperary, to the Celtic Sea at Hook Head. A follow on series from Cois Móire, this series will continue to envelope you in a natural environment that displays a festival of fervent wildlife and life in characters and chronicles who are brought to life through ruins of historic buildings as well as energetic modern communities.

Colmcille - An Naomh Dána

Colmcille - An Naomh Dána

He was at the centre of a bloody battle and founded a monastery that became a beacon of civilization in the Dark Ages. He's even said to have taken on the Loch Ness Monster. But who was Colmcille, the Irish abbot, known in Scotland as St. Columba? This exciting new documentary, broadcast on the 1500th anniversary of his birth, explores the man, the myth and his legacy today.

Comórtas Peile

Comórtas Peile

The 'Cailín Gaelach' competition from Comórtas Peile na Gaeltachat 2019 (Páirc Ghallarais)

Contractors

Contractors

There is an enormous amount of work to be done on the land from April to September as farming enters its busiest 6 month period. From slurry spreading to hedge cutting, ploughing to round baling, the farmers of Ireland can't do it alone. So they turn to farming contractors and their families. These are their stories - This is 'Contractors'.

Croí an Chlub

Croí an Chlub

GAA Clubs are the cornerstone of parishes all over Ireland fostering a sense of community and togetherness. These communities and the pride the Croí an Chlub In 'Croí an Chlub' we tell the stories of four very different GAA clubs as they compete, battle for honours, and strive to survive as they return to play in 2021. We join the communities and families of four GAA clubs, Naomh Muire in Donegal, Cumann Mícheál Breathnach in Galway, Roundtowers in Dublin and Naomh Abán in Cork.

Croíthe Radacacha

Croíthe Radacacha

A documentary about 'the love that dares not speak its name' - found at the very heart of the Irish Revolution. The hidden stories of eight female couples who were central in the fight that freed Ireland from the British Empire.

Cúl Stáitse - Oireachtas 2022

Cúl Stáitse - Oireachtas 2022

Since it first began 125 years ago the Oireachtas festival has hosted some of the most prestigious competitions in our traditional arts, and has grown from an event frequented by the hundreds to now been perhaps the most important cutural event in modern Ireland. This years festival took place in Killarney with almost 10,000 attending and 700 competitors taking to the stage in song, dance, music and storytelling competitions. In this documentary we follow some of the competitors, some taking to the stage for the first time while others strive for perfection and a place in the history books.

Cúl Stáitse - Oireachtas 2025

Cúl Stáitse - Oireachtas 2025

In this documentary we follow some of the competitors from Oireachtas na Samhna 2025. Over 1,000 competitors took to the stage in song, music, dancing and storytelling competitions at the festival in Belfast.

Cúramóirí

Cúramóirí

A series that delves into the heart of daily Irish life illustrating the crucial work and life saving care provided by family carers, professional carers, and dedicated organizations to those who need it the most. Throughout the series we witness the challenges faced by carers and those in their care, but also the resilience, bravery, and unyielding love that blossoms in these relationships. Join us as we follow the stories of unsung heroes of modern society through stories of compassion, strength, and the power of human connection.

Cyril Cusack: Lár an Stáitse

Cyril Cusack: Lár an Stáitse

A documentary looking at the life and career of renowned actor Cyril Cusack featuring interviews with his family, friends and fans.

Dath an Fhómhair

Dath an Fhómhair

Dath an Fhómhair is a stirring new documentary, that celebrates the vibrancy and resilience of older people. The film offers an intimate look at some extraordinary individuals who are defying age stereotypes.

David Keenan - Focla ar Chanbhás

David Keenan - Focla ar Chanbhás

Four years after the successful launch of his debut album Beginner's Guide to Bravery, David Keenan returns to the studio to record new music. We follow David's creative process over the course of 500 days.

De Valera San Fhásach

De Valera San Fhásach

This historical documentary series presents the vital story of de Valera's Wilderness years from 1924-1926 when he was imprisoned, in poor mental health and stripped of his political power. It tells the story of the revolutionary women who supported him during this time and helped him create one of the most spectacular political U-turns in history - the birth of Fianna Fáil. The incredible story of this rebirth and subsequent rise is intertwined with the tragic story of the last swan song of an entire generation of revolutionary women, ultimately betrayed by De Valera.

Dessie: Glór na Bó Finne

Dessie: Glór na Bó Finne

A documentary celebrating the life, times and music of renowned Irish singer Dessie O'Halloran.

Dhá Chúirt

Dhá Chúirt

In 1879, Irishman Thomas Vere St Leger Goold wowed the tennis world and reached the final of the Tennis Championships at Wimbledon. In 1908 he was convicted of one of the bloodiest murders in French history at the resort of Monte Carlo

Dialanna ón gCogadh Mór

Dialanna ón gCogadh Mór

This is the story of the first world war, known as the Great War, from 1914 -1918 told through the diaries of the people, politicians and soldiers who lived through those years.

Diarmuidín

Diarmuidín

Documentary on singer and broadcaster Diarmuid Ó Súilleabháin who died in a road accident in West Kerry in late 1991.

Domhan an Dúlra

Domhan an Dúlra

This episode begins to explore the diverse habitats of our southernmost continent. Antarctica is the coldest, driest and most inhospitable place on Earth.

Domhan an Dúlra - Ainmhithe

Domhan an Dúlra - Ainmhithe

Domhan an Dúlra looks at the stunning, majestic, chilling beauty of some of the most wildest places in the world.

Dúirt Bean Liom

Dúirt Bean Liom

In this new four part series we invite thirteen women at different stages of life, and from a range of backgrounds and life experience, to share their opinions on the big personal questions that effect us all, from relationships to body image, power and women's rights and how these and other issues effect women throughout their lives. These subjects can often be ignored but despite how mundane and ordinary many of the issues may seem, they can have a profound effect on peoples lives.

Eachtraí Foghlama le Kayleigh Trappe

Eachtraí Foghlama le Kayleigh Trappe

Kayleigh Trappe invites viewers on an adventure of learning, curiosity, and discovery in this vibrant new documentary about Irelands Education and Training Boards.

Éalú Ó Antarctica

Éalú Ó Antarctica

Finalist - Documentary - History & Archealogy - Worldfest Flagstaff 1998

Éamonn Ryan: An Máistir

Éamonn Ryan: An Máistir

Éamonn Ryan is best known as the manager of the Cork Ladies Football team that won 10 All-Ireland Championships. Before that famous achievement he led an extraordinary life, as an exceptional player, teacher and mentor.

Eipidéim

Eipidéim

This history and science documentary series presents the untold stories of the other epidemics of Ireland's past - the historical diseases of smallpox, cholera and typhus, the modern era of tuberculosis, polio, measles, mumps and rubella before ending with Covid-19. Presenters, social historian, Síobhra Aiken and medical doctor, Maitiú Ó Tuathail together uncover the real stories behind these diseases and the scientific breakthroughs that helped combat them. These vital stories reveal how the scientific fightback against Covid-19 has been built on the huge achievement of the past.

Éire & Taisteal

Éire & Taisteal

This documentary series explores the history of travel and transport in Ireland. From the earliest roads to the bicycle, the horse and cart, through to the canals and the railway, the motor car and the aeroplane, the series tells the story of the evolution of travel. It uncovers stories from history, celebrates the engineers who took the first steps and the pioneers who led the way, while also exploring the fundamental human need to keep moving from place to place.

Éire ag Athrú

Éire ag Athrú

IS LE GAEL-LINN AN T-ÁBHAR FÍSE AR FAD SA TSRAITH SEO. CHAITHFÍ CEAD A FHÁIL LEN É ÚSÁID IN AON CHLÁR EILE.

Éire agus na Chéad Náisiúin

Éire agus na Chéad Náisiúin

The incredible and untold story of how Irish people interacted with the First Nations of North America with contributions from some of Ireland's leading historians along with a new wave of First Nations academics and commentators.

Éire Eile

Éire Eile

A documentary series presented by Cóilí Collins aka Shampain, that examines various subcultures and scenes enjoyed by Ireland's youth; everything from hip-hop in Limerick to wheelchair basketball in Cork. A positive celebration of inclusion, representation and diversity. As a DJ and a key figure in Ireland's electronic music community, Cóilí is well aware of the importance and attraction of subcultures, whether as relatively mainstream as live electronic music or as niche as medieval sword fighting in Galway.

Éire Fhiáin

Éire Fhiáin

A two-programme special on Ireland's most striking wild environment presented by Eoin Warner. The 1,600km of rock and ocean that make up our island's Atlantic edge. Featuring enchanting wildlife set against stunning land and seascapes under the moodiest skies in Europe. Éire Fhiáin - An Cósta Thiar is a truly memorable film about the hidden creatures and secret corners of Ireland's Atlantic realm.

Fathaigh na Farraige

Fathaigh na Farraige

Fathaigh na Farraige looks at Ireland's relationship with the sharks and cetaceans found in Irish waters. From our history of hunting them for food and profit to today's efforts at conserving their populations.

Feirmeoirí

Feirmeoirí

‘Feirmeoirí’ follows various farmers over a period of six months as they try to earn a living using different methods despite extreme difficulties.

Finné

Finné

Inspired by recent Netflix-style documentaries, Finné is a brand-new home-grown documentary series commissioned by TG4 featuring the human side of big Irish stories that have made the headlines over the past 50 years. Filmed over 12 months by Galway's Magamedia and presented by RTE's courts correspondent, Orla O'Donnell, Finné revisits gross miscarriages of justice that have taken place in Ireland in the recent past.

Fíorscéal

Fíorscéal

A season of international documentaries that continue to throw (a sometimes disturbing) light on issues which affect us environmentally, socially, politically and globally.

Foinn na Fliúite - Ceol Comhroinnte na nDaoine

Foinn na Fliúite - Ceol Comhroinnte na nDaoine

In this documentary we celebrate and showcase the shared traditions, heritage, and culture of our island. The focus is on the shared flute and fife tradition that give a glimpse of the island's shared music - North, South, East, and West. This story is not black and white. It is alive with spirit, cultural diversity, and shared history. Throughout, we meet with instrument makers, musicians from loyalist traditions, and those who played during the Troubles. There will be performances from fife and Lambeg drum bands, from classical musicians, from marching bands, and from traditional musicians.

Fuascail

Fuascail

Fuascail is a creative contemplation by visual artist, musician and composer Barry Kerr.

GAA 70's -  Réabhlóid Shóisialta

GAA 70's - Réabhlóid Shóisialta

A new documentary that looks at the revival of Gaelic football in the 70s and the sociological impact it created. This era shaped the history of the GAA and inspired generations.

Gael Linn ag 70

Gael Linn ag 70

In this commemorative programme of music and song we celebrate the 70th anniversary of the foundation of Gael Linn. A transforming organisation that ensured that the Irish language, its people & its culture would have a home in modern Ireland.

Gairm sna Meáin Ghaeilge

Gairm sna Meáin Ghaeilge

Careers in the Irish Language. TG4 will go behind the lens and interview people working in Irish language media. These will include camera operators, editors, social media experts and many more.

Gaiscí GPA i Kenya

Gaiscí GPA i Kenya

50 GAA Players take a trip to Kenya to plant 1 million trees & learn new cultures on behalf of Self Help Africa & Help us Plant 1 million trees in conjunction with the GPA.

George Best i gCorcaigh

George Best i gCorcaigh

This documentary tells the extraordinary story of George Best and his time with Cork Celtic on the 50th anniversary of his time in League of Ireland, featuring exclusive interviews and rare archive footage of Best in action in Cork.

Gineadóir an Stáit

Gineadóir an Stáit

The building of the Shannon Scheme (1925-29) revolutionised electricity production and supply in Ireland - and it was 100% renewable energy.