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Browse 18 movies from Reel2Reel Films
A behind-the-scenes documentary uncovering the real history of Birmingham’s Peaky Blinders, separating fact from fiction in the hit TV series and exploring the creative vision behind its unique style.
Feb 2026
A woman visits the mysterious house she has inherited, hoping to learn more about the deaths of her mother and sister. Haunted by ghosts, she must uncover the truth behind the curse of the house, or become the next victim.
Oct 2020
In 1996, Universal Pictures released 'Twister', a film about tornado researchers. This documentary revisits the topic, exploring the motivations of those risking their lives to study dangerous weather. With never-before-seen footage and interviews, it delves into the lives of Storm Chasers.
Jul 2024
Delve into the mesmerising journey of the renowned stage production "Wicked" in this captivating documentary. Uncover the rich history behind the beloved book and stage adaptation, tracing its path to critical acclaim in the UK and beyond. Featuring exclusive interviews with past and present cast members, this documentary offers an intimate look at the enduring legacy of "Wicked."
Nov 2024
J. Robert Oppenheimer, a physics professor known for creating the atomic bomb during WWII. He witnessed the first atomic bomb detonation in New Mexico in 1945. This film examines Oppenheimer's life, from his early years to his involvement with nuclear physics and his later advocacy for nuclear weapons controls, with interviews and insights from those who knew him and impacted by his legacy.
Jul 2023
Kenny Dalglish came to Liverpool from Celtic in 1977 with a huge task, to try and replace Keegan in an all-conquering championship winning team. To say he did so with skill, charm and ability is an understatement as he went on to win every honour in the game, manage the club to every possible trophy and steer them through its darkest hour. A true great of the game.
Apr 2025
As a serial killer with a peculiar oral disease continues to murder teenagers in a quaint town, a determined detective attempts to piece together the killer's identity and motivations. The grizzly teeth gimmick murders overshadow the normally safe opulent area, as a vulnerable young man, must revisit his unknown past and put an end to the gruesome death.
Oct 2025
On June 6, 1944, the Allied Forces executed Operation Overlord, the largest seaborne invasion in history, storming the beaches of Normandy. This pivotal event, known as D-Day, liberated France and Western Europe. A new documentary features interviews with historians, experts, and eyewitnesses, providing detailed insights into the events leading up to this crucial day that played a vital role in bringing an end to World War II.
May 2024
This documentary explores the life of Charles Philip Arthur George, the longest serving heir apparent to accede to the throne, leading up to his coronation in May 2023. It features interviews with those who know and have worked with him.
Eric Clapton is one of the most influential guitarists of all time. He ranked 2nd in Rolling Stone magazines list of the "100 Greatest Guitarists of All Time" and 4th in Gibson's "Top 50 Guitarists of All Time". In this documentary feature he is interviewed in depth with contributions from Keith Richards, John Mayall, The Yardbirds, Jack Bruce and many more. It is the definitive Clapton biography.
Oct 1999
Nosferatu was a silent horror film, an unauthorised Dracula adaptation. Despite a court order to destroy it, surviving copies became highly influential in cinema. This documentary traces its origins, impact, and legacy, leading to the 2024 remake.
Dec 2024
An insight into one of the most groundbreaking horror films of all time; the infamous The Exorcist (1973).
Dec 2023
In late 1934, a bright green locomotive, the Flying Scotsman, made history and became the most famous steam train in the world. In this documentary, we find out how it came to be, and what happened to it once it passed into private ownership. Featuring interviews from Alan Pelger, Sir William McAlpine and the engineers who help keep the magnificent machine running. Narrated by Tony Robinson.
Feb 2023
The chronological journey of the personal and professional life of this amazingly gifted sporting champion.
Sep 2024
Nuremberg: The Real Story revisits the Nuremberg Trials, where Nazi leaders were brought to justice and the foundations of modern international law were laid. Alongside the courtroom drama, it uncovers the little-known story of American psychiatrist Douglas Kelley, tasked with judging whether the defendants were fit to stand trial. His fraught encounters with Hermann Göring, Hitler’s right-hand man, became a battle of wits that exposed unsettling truths about power and psychology.
See some of the most devastating Knockouts in British Boxing history. Incredible shots that you just dont get up from. Knockout after Knockout.
Jun 2025
The Blitz saw over 40,000 civilians killed and more than a million houses destroyed in London when the German's conducted mass air attacks. Eighty years on, we look at the build-up to the raids and detailed footage of the destruction that followed. With interviews from those who lived through it and stories of sadness and bravery, at a time when Britain held strong and swore not to surrender.
Jan 2024
From his humble beginnings to his final Grand Prix, Fangio's story is captured in "Racing through Time Juan Manuel Fangio," featuring key race action and interviews with legends like Emerson Fittipaldi and Sir Stirling Moss.