8 Niche TV Streaming Networks That You Didn't Know Existed

Focus – Documentaries

Thousands of documentaries get made every year, with countless subjects examined in considerable detail to paint a factual picture for audiences. Outside of the Academy Award for Best Documentary (which is forgotten about in the grand scheme of things given how much attention is given to other categories) they seem to get little in the way of recognition, despite the fact that many are truly groundbreaking.

The likes of Netflix and Amazon Prime Video have their fair share of captivating documentaries, many acquired from third parties, covering everything from the programming of the BBC Natural History Unit through to the Vietnam War and the history of the company behind Funko Pops. Very rarely do these appear at the top of any user’s feed, however, which enables the likes of CuriosityStream to thrive as an alternative, concentrated solely on quality documentaries from around the world.

With hundreds of programmes in the fields of science, nature, history, technology, society and lifestyle, CuriosityStream has the advantage of being cheaper than most platforms, coming in at just $2.99 per month or $20 for a full year. Most of the titles may be completely unknown, but that means there is no burden of expectation as you seek to learn more about a particular subject.

The service also boasts original content starring David Attenborough and the late Stephen Hawking, which are two of the most powerful endorsements one could ever hope to get!