A documentary chronicling the career of Jack Nicholson. Thursday at 9pm.
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Two bodies are found in a London church with their throats slashed. Friday at 8pm
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Watch a sneak peek of Kris Kristofferson: Life & Songs! Saturday at 8:30pm.
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For 250 years, the Maryland State House has stood at the crossroads of American history. This sweeping documentary reveals how one remarkable building has been the stage for our nation's greatest triumphs, deepest contradictions, and enduring pursuit of a more perfect union. Premieres Thursday, October 29 at 8pm.
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Get a sneak peek of all the new programs, documentaries, and specials coming this fall and throughout 2027. Thursday at 8pm
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Watch the 2026 Maryland Gubernatorial Debate on MPT as the candidates, Democrat Wes Moore and Republican Dan Cox, answer key questions and discuss their campaigns.
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Located on the MPT campus, this event brings together eager community members and dozens of vendors and crafters to sell, mix, mingle, and shop. Get a jump start, or perhaps fully wrap up your holiday shopping. Saturday, November 7 at 9AM to 3PM
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Direct Connetion
Celebrating 25 Years of Direct Connection | Anniversary Montage
Direct Connection debuted in October 2001 with a simple idea: Connect viewers with the people behind the news. Celebrate 25 years with Jeff Salkin and MPT for a look back at memorable interviews, trips across Maryland, and questions from viewers.
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Monday, October 19, 2026
What is Maryland's two-party consent recording law? Preview Maryland Million Day events celebrating horse racing.
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Maryland early voting begins Thursday. Here’s what to know.
Voters will begin casting in-person general election ballots when Maryland’s eight-day early voting period opens Thursday at 7 a.m.
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Maryland Early Voting: October 22–29 | Vote 2026
Early voting in Maryland begins Thursday, October 22, and runs through Thursday, October 29, 2026. Early voting centers are open daily from 7 AM to 8 PM, including Saturday and Sunday.
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The MPT Showcase
Preview upcoming documentaries, specials, and fan-favorite series coming to MPT through 2027!
2026 Maryland Election Coverage
Full coverage and information with the latest interviews with candidates and political analysts.
Christianity at A Crossroads: Watch the Panel Discussion
Christianity at a Crossroads is a 4-part documentary miniseries that explores what is driving this decline, what efforts are being taken to address this foundational shift, and what it means for both individual communities and the nation as a whole.
Saturday, November 7 at 9AM to 3pm
MPT Flea Market
Get a jump start on holiday shopping! Located on the MPT campus, this event brings together eager community members and dozens of vendors and crafters to sell, mix, mingle, and shop.
MarylandPublicTV
MPT: One Year Later
MPT President and CEO Steven Schupak addresses the question: "How is Maryland Public Television doing one year after all Federal funding was taken away?"
HBCU Week
Inside the CIAA: Her Story
Celebrating 50 years of women athletes shaping the long-standing legacy of the CIAA Tournament.
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Gripping crime dramas, breathtaking period dramas, and captivating international drama shows from MASTERPIECE and more!
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Watch and listen to the latest MotorWeek content all in one place with the MotorWeek app! No need to sign up, just download the app and you’ll never miss a mile of MotorWeek!
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Outdoors Maryland
Thought-provoking stories depicting the region's ecosystems, people, and places.
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Chesapeake Bay Week Programs
Stories of past and present offer a lively, local and insightful look at this mighty yet fragile source of wonder.
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Climate, Nature & Our Planet
Watch documentaries and read articles about how our climate is changing with the perspective of climate scientists.
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Maryland Farm & Harvest
The series that puts a human face on farming while telling the stories of the industry that built this nation.
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Chesapeake Collectibles
Explore the region's history through the intriguing stories of its antiques and treasures. And their values will amaze you!
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[Emmy Nominated] - Becoming Thurgood: America’s Social Architect
Explore the life and legacy of the nation’s first African American Supreme Court justice.
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Harriet Tubman: Visions of Freedom
Meet the woman who repeatedly risked her life and freedom to liberate others from slavery.
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Becoming Frederick Douglass
Discover how a man born into slavery became one of the nation’s most influential leaders.
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Harriet Tubman: Visions of Freedom and Becoming Frederick Douglass
Two original documentaries and a companion website shed light on the lives of a pair of towering icons in the struggle to end slavery.
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