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 Secrets of Petra

Jamie Theakston decodes history's most intriguing riddles. Petra was the capital of the Nabataean kingdom and now he wants to look for riches that may lie hidden in the tombs beneath it.

39 min
EPISODE 2

The Holy Grail

Can Jamie Theakston solve history's most enduring mystery? Visiting Glastonbury, Wales, Valencia and NYC, he inspects four goblets that could be the Holy Grail itself.

42 min
EPISODE 4

The Oracles

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.

42 min
EPISODE 5

Top Secret Nazi UFOs

The startling truth behind historical legends. Jamie Theakston investigates the curious claim that the Nazis were engaged in building flying saucers during World War II.

42 min
EPISODE 6

The Genius of Nikola Tesla

Jamie Theakston brings to light the life and work of enigmatic inventor Nikola Tesla. Conspiracy theorists believe that the Serb was hushed up - but why?

42 min
EPISODE 1

The Real Ark of the Covenant

An Ethiopian church claims to be housing the Ark of the Covenant. But is their assertion to be believed? Join Jamie Theakston as he ascertains the truth.

42 min