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Host Jamie Theakston attempts to uncover the true stories surrounding the great treasures, long-held conspiracy theories, ancient relics and lost civilizations that are often omitted from the history books.
IMDb 6.2/1020155 seasons
13+
12 episodes
  • 1. Nazis and the Flying Saucer

    1. Nazis and the Flying Saucer

    Jamie Theakston explores claims that the Nazis developed a flying saucer at a secret research facility in Northern Germany.
    Jamie Theakston explores claims that the Nazis developed a flying saucer at a secret research facility in Northern Germany.
    TV-PG
    44min
    Mar 9, 2015
  • 2. Lost Treasure of the Templars

    2. Lost Treasure of the Templars

    The whereabouts of the Templar treasure taken from Jerusalem in the middle ages has been one of the great historical mysteries. Jamie Theakston aims the pinpoint its resting place on a quest where fact and fiction mix and every clue adds to the mystery.
    The whereabouts of the Templar treasure taken from Jerusalem in the middle ages has been one of the great historical mysteries. Jamie Theakston aims the pinpoint its resting place on a quest where fact and fiction mix and every clue adds to the mystery.
    TV-PG
    42min
    Mar 8, 2015
  • 3. The Treasure of Solomon

    3. The Treasure of Solomon

    Many believe that when the Romans sacked Jerusalem, the high priests hid their most-sacred items. Jamie Theakston heads to the holy city to discover if the Dead Sea Scrolls are a treasure map to these hidden wonders and what else lies under the streets.
    Many believe that when the Romans sacked Jerusalem, the high priests hid their most-sacred items. Jamie Theakston heads to the holy city to discover if the Dead Sea Scrolls are a treasure map to these hidden wonders and what else lies under the streets.
    TV-PG
    42min
    Mar 23, 2015
  • 4. Tesla's Secrets

    4. Tesla's Secrets

    Jamie Theakston delves into the life of Nikola Tesla, an early pioneer of electricity and radio, to learn why he died in poverty and under suspicion of the FBI.
    Jamie Theakston delves into the life of Nikola Tesla, an early pioneer of electricity and radio, to learn why he died in poverty and under suspicion of the FBI.
    TV-PG
    42min
    Mar 30, 2015
  • 5. The Lost Treasures of Petra

    5. The Lost Treasures of Petra

    It is one of the great wonders of the ancient world, but the question of who built the magnificent city of Petra in Jordan remains. Jamie Theakston searches for what treasures and dark secrets remain hidden in this mysterious place.
    It is one of the great wonders of the ancient world, but the question of who built the magnificent city of Petra in Jordan remains. Jamie Theakston searches for what treasures and dark secrets remain hidden in this mysterious place.
    TV-PG
    42min
    Apr 19, 2015
  • 6. Secrets of the Last Supper

    6. Secrets of the Last Supper

    Jamie Theakston explores the mystery behind the Holy Grail to determine what kind of relic it is, if it actually exists and where it could be located.
    Jamie Theakston explores the mystery behind the Holy Grail to determine what kind of relic it is, if it actually exists and where it could be located.
    TV-PG
    44min
    Apr 26, 2015
  • 7. The Third Secret of Fatima

    7. The Third Secret of Fatima

    In 1917, three Portuguese shepherds received a prophecy foretelling the date of the apocalypse, and many believe the Vatican has covered it up for nearly a century. Jamie Theakston travels to Portugal and Italy to unravel this religious conspiracy theory.
    In 1917, three Portuguese shepherds received a prophecy foretelling the date of the apocalypse, and many believe the Vatican has covered it up for nearly a century. Jamie Theakston travels to Portugal and Italy to unravel this religious conspiracy theory.
    TV-PG
    42min
    May 3, 2015
  • 8. The Bloodline of Christ

    8. The Bloodline of Christ

    Jaime Theakston explores some of the questions surrounding the life of Jesus, from his work as a rabbi to the possibility of him having a family. Then, he heads to France to uncover the truth behind those who claim to be the descendants of Jesus Christ.
    Jaime Theakston explores some of the questions surrounding the life of Jesus, from his work as a rabbi to the possibility of him having a family. Then, he heads to France to uncover the truth behind those who claim to be the descendants of Jesus Christ.
    TV-PG
    42min
    Oct 10, 2013
  • 9. The Mystery of the Giants

    9. The Mystery of the Giants

    When so many ancient cultures refer to giants, it is hard to determine if they are simply myth or beings that walked the Earth. Jamie Theakston meets with scientists in Sardinia who are piecing together the controversial evidence to giants' existence.
    When so many ancient cultures refer to giants, it is hard to determine if they are simply myth or beings that walked the Earth. Jamie Theakston meets with scientists in Sardinia who are piecing together the controversial evidence to giants' existence.
    TV-PG
    42min
    Oct 17, 2013
  • 10. The Oracles of the Dead

    10. The Oracles of the Dead

    The young women of the underworld known as the Oracles were consulted by ancient Greek society, and their visions helped shape the course of history. Jamie Theakston searches for the truth behind their extraordinary trances and apparent psychic powers.
    The young women of the underworld known as the Oracles were consulted by ancient Greek society, and their visions helped shape the course of history. Jamie Theakston searches for the truth behind their extraordinary trances and apparent psychic powers.
    TV-PG
    42min
    Nov 25, 2014
  • 11. The Secrets of the Alchemists

    11. The Secrets of the Alchemists

    Nostradamus, Nicolas Flamel and John Dee were notorious alchemists who had a profound effect on the world, and Jamie Theakston goes on a journey to discover if these men could really perform miracles or if they were just clever deceivers.
    Nostradamus, Nicolas Flamel and John Dee were notorious alchemists who had a profound effect on the world, and Jamie Theakston goes on a journey to discover if these men could really perform miracles or if they were just clever deceivers.
    TV-PG
    42min
    Oct 31, 2013
  • 12. Decoding the Illuminati

    12. Decoding the Illuminati

    Jamie Theakston sets out to uncover the truth behind the mysterious group known as the Illuminati. His search will determine who its members are, if they play a role in world governments or if its existence is just a conspiracy.
    Jamie Theakston sets out to uncover the truth behind the mysterious group known as the Illuminati. His search will determine who its members are, if they play a role in world governments or if its existence is just a conspiracy.
    TV-PG
    44min
    Nov 18, 2014
  • Forbidden History
    IMDb 6.2/1020155 seasons
    Host Jamie Theakston attempts to uncover the true stories surrounding the great treasures, long-held conspiracy theories, ancient relics and lost civilizations that are often omitted from the history books.
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    nudityfoul languageFlashing lights and strobing patterns might affect photosensitive viewers
    Audio languages
    English
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    English [CC]
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