Name: Forbidden History
Released: 2013-09-27T00:00:00.000Z
Cast: Andrew Gough, Tony McMahon, Lionel Fanthorpe

TV Show · History · Biography

Jamie Theakston investigates incredible tales from the annals of history. He looks at the myths and legends that have driven cultures to where they are now.

2013 · 40m

Starring Andrew Gough, Tony McMahon, Lionel Fanthorpe

Director Bruce Burgess, Charlie Clayton

EPISODE 1

The Lost Treasures of Petra

Jamie Theakston decodes history's most intriguing riddles, including whether riches lie hidden in the tombs of Petra, the capital of the Nabataean kingdom.

39m
EPISODE 2

The Real Holy Grail

Jamie Theakston investigates history's most enduring mystery, visiting Glastonbury, Wales, Valencia, and NYC to inspect four goblets that may be the Holy Grail.

42m
EPISODE 4

The Oracles of the Dead

Jamie Theakston journeys to Greece and Italy to hear the truth about oracles; these mysterious figures, such as the one at Delphi, reputedly spoke the word of the gods.

42m
EPISODE 5

Top Secret Nazi UFOs

Jamie Theakston investigates the idea that the Nazis were building flying saucers during World War II.

42m
EPISODE 6

The Genius of Nikola Tesla

A look at the life of enigmatic engineer Nikola Tesla, who died in poverty and under FBI suspicion, despite his contributions to many scientific advancements.

42m
EPISODE 1

Ark of the Covenant

Jamie Theakston sets out to uncover the truth behind an Ethiopian church's claims of housing the Ark of the Covenant.

42m