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, Mar 17 2:30 P.M. Sister Una Lived A Good Death     NH Explore (11.2)

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

Wed, Mar 18 3:00 A.M. Sister Una Lived A Good Death     NH Explore (11.2)

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

Mon, Mar 23 10:00 P.M. Keep Quiet and Forgive     NHPBS (11.1)

Three decades after her assault, Lizzie confronts her Amish community's silence around sexual abuse.

Wed, Mar 25 8:30 P.M. Keep Quiet and Forgive     NH World (11.3)

Three decades after her assault, Lizzie confronts her Amish community's silence around sexual abuse.

Thu, Mar 26 1:30 A.M. Keep Quiet and Forgive     NH World (11.3)

Three decades after her assault, Lizzie confronts her Amish community's silence around sexual abuse.

Wed, Apr 1 7:00 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.

Thu, Apr 2 12:00 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.

Thu, Apr 2 8:00 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, Apr 4 1:00 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.

Mon, Apr 6 5:00 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.

Mon, Apr 6 10:00 P.M. The Tallest Dwarf     NHPBS (11.1)

Through family archives and the voices of little people, The Tallest Dwarf explores dwarfism and belonging.

Tue, Apr 7 2:00 P.M. A Thousand Pines     NH World (11.3)

Over a grueling eight months, a crew of Oaxacan guest workers plant trees across America.

Wed, Apr 8 3:00 A.M. The Tallest Dwarf     NHPBS (11.1)

Through family archives and the voices of little people, The Tallest Dwarf explores dwarfism and belonging.

Wed, Apr 8 7:30 P.M. The Tallest Dwarf     NH World (11.3)

Through family archives and the voices of little people, The Tallest Dwarf explores dwarfism and belonging.

Thu, Apr 9 12:30 A.M. The Tallest Dwarf     NH World (11.3)

Through family archives and the voices of little people, The Tallest Dwarf explores dwarfism and belonging.

Thu, Apr 9 8:30 A.M. The Tallest Dwarf     NH World (11.3)

Through family archives and the voices of little people, The Tallest Dwarf explores dwarfism and belonging.

Sat, Apr 11 12:00 P.M. The Tallest Dwarf     NH World (11.3)

Through family archives and the voices of little people, The Tallest Dwarf explores dwarfism and belonging.

Mon, Apr 13 10:00 P.M. Backside: The Unseen Hands of Horse Racing     NHPBS (11.1)

Set at Churchill Downs, Backside is a portrait of the immigrant grooms who care for Kentucky Derby racehorses year-round.

Tue, Apr 14 2:00 A.M. Backside: The Unseen Hands of Horse Racing     NHPBS (11.1)

Set at Churchill Downs, Backside is a portrait of the immigrant grooms who care for Kentucky Derby racehorses year-round.

Wed, Apr 15 3:00 A.M. Backside: The Unseen Hands of Horse Racing     NHPBS (11.1)

Set at Churchill Downs, Backside is a portrait of the immigrant grooms who care for Kentucky Derby racehorses year-round.

Wed, Apr 15 8:00 P.M. Backside: The Unseen Hands of Horse Racing     NH World (11.3)

Set at Churchill Downs, Backside is a portrait of the immigrant grooms who care for Kentucky Derby racehorses year-round.

Thu, Apr 16 1:00 A.M. Backside: The Unseen Hands of Horse Racing     NH World (11.3)

Set at Churchill Downs, Backside is a portrait of the immigrant grooms who care for Kentucky Derby racehorses year-round.

Thu, Apr 16 9:00 A.M. Backside: The Unseen Hands of Horse Racing     NH World (11.3)

Set at Churchill Downs, Backside is a portrait of the immigrant grooms who care for Kentucky Derby racehorses year-round.

Sat, Apr 18 12:00 P.M. Backside: The Unseen Hands of Horse Racing     NH World (11.3)

Set at Churchill Downs, Backside is a portrait of the immigrant grooms who care for Kentucky Derby racehorses year-round.


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WLED-TV Ch. 48 Littleton

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American Masters | Sun Ra: Do The Impossible [ASL]
This Old House | E16 | Suburban Victorian | Trim and Proper
Ask This Old House | E16 | Grass Seed Facility, Porch Swing | Ask This Old House
Nature | Freshwater | Parenthood
Austin City Limits | Leon Thomas
Secrets of the Dead | The Quest for Camelot
NOVA | Can Dogs Talk?
History with David Rubenstein | Stuart Eizenstat
Antiques Roadshow | Georgia State Railroad Museum, Hour 2
Finding Your Roots | Love & Basketball
The Puzzle Lady | Episode 1
Black and Jewish America: An Interwoven History | Let My People Go
All Creatures Great and Small | Episode 1: Gathering the Flock
American Experience | Bombshell
From That Small Island: The Story of the Irish | New Worlds
London's New Year's Day Parade | The London Parade 2026
Rome New Year's Day Parade 2026 | Rome New Year's Day Parade 2026
Bookish | Slightly Foxed, Part 1
Happiness | Episode 1
Great Performances | Nutcracker from English National Ballet
Miss Scarlet | Episode 3: The Delivery
POV | Between Goodbyes
Christmas With The Tabernacle Choir | Hope of the Season: Christmas with The Tabernacle Choir
London Parade - A Tribute to 40 Years | London Parade - A Tribute to 40 Years
The St. Olaf Christmas Festival: Our Hope for Years to Come | The St. Olaf Christmas Festival: Our Hope for Years to Come
Prue Leith's Cotswold Kitchen | Charlotte Church
The Nutcracker at the Jacobs School of Music | The Nutcracker at the Jacobs School of Music
The Caverns Sessions | Flatland Cavalry
The Great Escaper | The Great Escaper
The American Revolution | In Order to Be Free (May 1754 - May 1775)
Rick Steves' Europe | London: A Royal Tour
RFDS: Royal Flying Doctor Service | Sieve & Sort
Lidia Celebrates America | Lidia Celebrates America: A Nation of Neighbors
Story Pole | Story Pole