CuriosityStream

United States United States

CuriosityStream is a documentary-focused service based in the United States that concentrates on factual content across science, history, nature, technology, and society. Its programming leans heavily on long-form and short-form non-fiction films, often produced in collaboration with independent filmmakers and academic institutions. Viewers can expect deep dives into topics like space exploration, ancient civilizations, climate science, and engineering, with an emphasis on accuracy and expert narration. The channel avoids reality competition formats, scripted dramas, or celebrity-driven content, instead maintaining a consistent educational tone throughout its library.

While originally launched as a direct-to-consumer streaming platform, the channel’s content also appears in certain cable and satellite television packages within the United States, depending on the provider. The service does not broadcast live news, sports, or music programming, and its schedule is primarily on-demand rather than linear. Subscribers access the full catalog through the website or mobile apps, with new documentaries added periodically. Television guide listings for the channel, where available, typically show themed blocks such as “Space Week” or “Ancient Mysteries,” though these rotate without a fixed weekly schedule.

Schedule
The Sun
00:00 - 01:01
The Sun
Part 2
Series, Documentary
Witnessing the ultimate celestial journey alongside scientists, artists and adventurers.
Proof of Concept
01:01 - 01:59
Proof of Concept
Truth & Logical Paradox
Series, Science, Game show, Documentary
Dianna dives through the looking glass in this paradoxical exploration of truth itself, where the left could be right.
Proof of Concept
01:59 - 02:57
Proof of Concept
Randomness & Probability
Series, Science, Game show, Documentary
Comedian Maz Jobrani and Blackjack legend Mike Aponte play the odds, meanwhile, Dianna finds order in chaos, and just maybe hacks the stock market.
Oddly Satisfying Science
02:57 - 03:26
Oddly Satisfying Science
Science on Fire
Series, Educational
Investigating how to burn metal using only a 9 volt battery.
Oddly Satisfying Science
03:26 - 03:56
Oddly Satisfying Science
Invisible Impacts
Series, Educational
Exploring the resonant frequencies of bridges and human bodies.
Underworld
03:56 - 04:54
Underworld
China
Series, Documentary
Uncovering the secrets of China's giant caves; a team maps Cloud Ladder Hall, showing how its size creates an underground weather system.
The Sun
04:54 - 05:54
The Sun
Part 1
Series, Documentary
Meeting the Aurora chasers and scientists whose life's work revolves around the sun.