Independent Lens

This acclaimed Emmy Award-winning anthology series features documentaries and a limited number of fiction films united by the creative freedom, artistic achievement and unflinching visions of their independent producers. INDEPENDENT LENS features unforgettable stories about a unique individual, community or moment in history. The series is supported by interactive companion Web sites and national publicity and community engagement campaigns.

Tue, Nov 26 1:00 P.M. Scenes from the Glittering World     NH Explore (11.2)

Following three Indigenous students, Scenes from the Glittering World is a meditation on adolescence, trauma, and the power of connecting with an isolated Navajo homeland.

Tue, Dec 17 4:00 P.M. Sister Una Lived A Good Death     NH World (11.3)

Following a cancer diagnosis, a wisecracking Catholic nun chooses to live as she's dying.

Wed, Dec 25 8:30 P.M. Mama Bears     NH World (11.3)

Although they grew up as fundamentalist, evangelical Christians, these moms are now willing to risk losing friends, family, and faith communities to keep their kids safe-even if it challenges their belief systems and rips apart their worlds.

Thu, Dec 26 1:30 A.M. Mama Bears     NH World (11.3)

Although they grew up as fundamentalist, evangelical Christians, these moms are now willing to risk losing friends, family, and faith communities to keep their kids safe-even if it challenges their belief systems and rips apart their worlds.

Thu, Dec 26 9:30 A.M. Mama Bears     NH World (11.3)

Although they grew up as fundamentalist, evangelical Christians, these moms are now willing to risk losing friends, family, and faith communities to keep their kids safe-even if it challenges their belief systems and rips apart their worlds.

Fri, Dec 27 9:00 P.M. Three Chaplains     NH World (11.3)

Three Muslim chaplains in the U.S. military face resistance and uncertainty as they uphold the First Amendment and practice their faith.

Sat, Dec 28 2:00 A.M. Three Chaplains     NH World (11.3)

Three Muslim chaplains in the U.S. military face resistance and uncertainty as they uphold the First Amendment and practice their faith.

Sat, Dec 28 10:00 A.M. Three Chaplains     NH World (11.3)

Three Muslim chaplains in the U.S. military face resistance and uncertainty as they uphold the First Amendment and practice their faith.

Sat, Dec 28 12:00 P.M. Mama Bears     NH World (11.3)

Although they grew up as fundamentalist, evangelical Christians, these moms are now willing to risk losing friends, family, and faith communities to keep their kids safe-even if it challenges their belief systems and rips apart their worlds.

Sat, Dec 28 4:00 P.M. Three Chaplains     NH World (11.3)

Three Muslim chaplains in the U.S. military face resistance and uncertainty as they uphold the First Amendment and practice their faith.

Tue, Dec 31 1:30 P.M. Move Me     NH Explore (11.2)

Who am I now? After an accident left dancer Kelsey Peterson paralyzed, she finds new allies within the Spinal Cord Injury community while testing the limits of her recovery, body, and spirit.


Watch Independent Lens - Clips, Episodes & Previews


Independent Lens By Episode



NHPBS Over-the-Air Broadcast

WENH-TV Ch. 11 Durham

WLED-TV Ch. 48 Littleton

WEKW-TV Ch. 18 Keene

W50DP-D Ch. 50 Hanover

W34DQ-D Ch. 34 Pittsburg

Cable and Satellite Channels


NHPBS Five Channels

NHPBS - 11.1

NH Explore - 11.2

NH World - 11.3

NH Create - 11.4

NH Kids - 11.5

Learn More


NHPBS NHPBS Passport Passport

This Old House | E6 | Nashville Brick Cottage | Vince Gill's Nashville
Ask This Old House | E6 | Gutter Runoff, Replace Ceiling Fan | Ask This Old House
The Marlow Murder Club | Episode 1
NOVA | Solar System: Icy Worlds
Nature | Silverback
Secrets of the Dead | The Civil War's Lost Massacre
Antiques Roadshow | Vintage Madison 2024, Hour 1
Austin City Limits | Jacob Collier / Nickel Creek
Next at the Kennedy Center | Alonzo King LINES Ballet: Deep River
VOCES American Historia: The Untold History of Latinos | Solidarity in a New Era
POV | In the Rearview
Beyond Debate: A Revolution in Education | Beyond Debate: A Revolution in Education
Jazz Music Awards 2023 | Jazz Music Awards 2023
American Experience | The American Vice President
VOCES | Mambo Legends: The Music Never Ends
The Caverns Sessions | DAN TYMINSKI BAND
Big Cats 24/7 | Episode Four
American Masters | Julia Alvarez: A Life Reimagined [ASL]
Hispanic Heritage Awards | 37th Hispanic Heritage Awards
After October 7: A Personal Journey to Kfar | After October 7: A Personal Journey to Kfar
Van der Valk | Episode 1: Safe in Amsterdam: Part 1
Cook's Country | Mexican American Comfort Food
America's Test Kitchen | The Noodle Show
Moonflower Murders | Episode 1
Ridley | A Sleeping Tiger, Part 1
Jack Has A Plan | Jack Has A Plan
Tradfest | 'a haon'
Odysseus Returns | Odysseus Returns
The Best of the Joy of Painting with Bob Ross | Florida's Glory
A Boston (R)Evolution | A Boston (R)Evolution
The Great American Recipe | The Grand Finale