Forbidden History
Forbidden History

Forbidden History

2013 7 Seasons 49 Episodes ⭐ 6.6 Documentary

Jamie Theakston uncovers the startling truth behind great myths, historical legends, conspiracy theories, ancient treasures, lost civilisations and war time secrets.

Jamie Theakston uncovers the startling truth behind great myths, historical legends, conspiracy theories, ancient treasures, lost civilisations and war time secrets.

Seasons & Episodes

EP 1

The Lost Treasures of the Templars

The Knights Templar supposedly looted treasure from Jerusalem during the Middle Ages. But where did they hide it? Jamie

EP 2

The Secrets of Fatima

The Three Secrets of Fatima were a series of prophecies allegedly given by the Virgin Mary. But have the Vatican withhel

EP 3

The Bloodline of Christ

Jamie Theakston looks into the contentious theory, popularised by the Da Vinci Code, that Jesus was married with childre

EP 4

The Mystery of the Giants

Did giants once inhabit the Earth? Find out as Jamie Theakston investigates reports of enormous skeletons being found in

EP 5

The Treasure of Solomon

Jamie Theakston travels to Jerusalem on the hunt for the site of the fabled Solomon's Temple, where treasure is said to

EP 6

The Secrets of the Alchemists

The magic and mystery of alchemy is revealed as Jamie Theakston meets a 'potion maker' and hears about London's alchemic

EP 1

The Lost Secrets of Petra

Petra was the capital of the Nabataean kingdom - do riches lie undetected in its hidden tombs? Find out as Jamie Theakst

EP 2

The Holy Grail

Can Jamie Theakston solve history's most enduring mystery? Visiting Glastonbury, Wales, Valencia and NYC, he inspects fo

EP 3

The Illuminati

Jamie Theakston sheds light on the ultra-secretive Rosicrucian Order, whose members included Leonardo Da Vinci and Isaac

EP 4

The Oracles

Jamie Theakston journeys to Greece and Italy to hear the truth about oracles. These mysterious figures - such as the one

EP 5

Top Secret Nazi UFOs

Jamie Theakston investigates the curious claim that the Nazis started to build flying saucers during WWII. Hear the star

EP 6

The Genius of Nikola Tesla

Jamie Theakston brings to light the life and work of enigmatic inventor Nikola Tesla. Conspiracy theorists believe that

EP 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 Thea

EP 2

The Man in the Iron Mask

The identity of the Man in the Iron Mask, a nameless prisoner held during the rule of Louis XIV, is an enduring mystery.

EP 3

Bloodlust: Real Vampires

How much of the vampire legend is based in reality? Learn the truth as Jamie Theakston visits Romania to hear the tales

EP 4

Hitler: Suicide or Survivor?

April 30, 1945. Adolf Hitler kills himself as the Allies close on Berlin. Or did he? Jamie Theakston posits the shocking

EP 5

Inside the Cult of Satan

Jamie Theakston ventures beyond the world of orthodox religion as he probes the Church of Satan. Learn more about their

EP 6

In Search of the Real King Arthur

Knights, castles and round tables are all part of the enduring King Arthur legend. Is there any truth to it? Hear the va

EP 1

The Curse of Hitler's Executioner

Johann Reichhart was a German state executioner who killed around 3,000 people during WWII. Jamie Theakston uncovers mor

EP 2

The Secrets of the Vatican Archives

The Vatican Secret Archives is a treasure trove of history that is shrouded in secrecy. Jamie Theakston heads to Rome in

EP 3

The Secrets of the Murder Bureau

Jamie Theakston exposes a secret unit who murdered Bulgarian dissidents. One victim, Georgi Markov, was famously killed

EP 4

The Dark Truths of the Templars

Hear about the Templars in a very different light. Jamie Theakston disputes the orthodox beliefs about the Catholic orde

EP 5

The Real Mary Magdalene

Mary Magdalene is a key figure in Christianity, having witnessed Jesus' death and resurrection. But was she really a pro

EP 6

The Death of Mussolini

Mystery still surrounds how fascist dictator Benito Mussolini met his end, before being hanged in Milan's Piazzale Loret

EP 1

Uncovering the Historical Jesus

Jamie Theakston asks who was Jesus Christ? Was he really Yeshua Ben Joseph, was he the real king of the Jews, or a humbl

EP 2

The Stasi: Behind The Berlin Wall

Hide ads with VIP Jamie investigates the Stasi, East Germany's State Security Service, behind the hidden remnants of t

EP 3

The Hunt for Nazi Treasure

Jamie Theakston finds out what Hitler planned to do with his stolen art and discovers that he was also after an unusual

EP 4

The Real James Bond

Jamie Theakston uncovers the world of James Bond. What real life details - if any - did Bond author Ian Fleming inject i

EP 5

The Dead Sea Scrolls Conspiracy

Jamie Theakston visits Qumran Caves near the Dead Sea to uncover the truth about a set of manuscripts found there. Who w

EP 6

Secret Societies: World Domination

Jamie Theakston investigates clandestine groups to see if they really are setting the agenda - or is it all just fake ne

EP 1

Mystery of Yamashita's Treasure

Science Channel's revival commences with expert treasure hunters following new leads in search of a collection of valuab

EP 2

Relics of the Holy Land

The Turin Shroud is believed to be the burial cloth of Jesus and proof of his existence, but skeptics disagree; experts

EP 3

Nazi Raiders of the Holy Grail

As the Nazi war machine tore through Europe, they plundered museums in search of holy relics that would grant them untol

EP 4

Curse of the Crystal Skulls

Mysterious crystal skulls could be long-lost relics of Aztec and Maya civilizations that grant supernatural powers, acco

EP 5

Search for Noah's Ark

Mysterious evidence on Mt. Ararat could be the long-lost remains of Noah's Ark, and using cutting-edge archaeological me

EP 6

The Pyramid Code

Ancient pyramids are among the greatest wonders of the world and exist across many civilizations. Explore the origins of

EP 7

Hitler's Occult Conspiracy

As the Nazis waged war for world domination, they began to develop a strange mythology of occult rites and pagan beliefs

EP 8

Vatican Book of Secrets

The Vatican is home to classified files that could reveal top-secret ties to the Nazis, the Mafia, and extraterrestrials

EP 9

Mysteries of the Bermuda Triangle

Cutting-edge investigations at the Bermuda Triangle might confirm the newest theories of what really goes on in this dea

EP 10

Secret Life of Moses

Special access to cutting-edge archaeological investigations in the Holy Land unearth fresh evidence that reveals new se

EP 11

Secrets of the Salem Witches

Special access to Salem's most mysterious sites reveals the secret history of the mass hysteria and lurid trials that le

EP 1

Secrets of the Crucifixion

Experts explore the traditional story of the crucifixion of Jesus Christ.

EP 2

Terror of Nazi Propaganda

Experts explore how Hitler transformed Germany into a ruthless war machine.

EP 3

Secrets of Gobekli Tepe

Experts investigate the ancient and enigmatic construction of Gobekli Tepe.

EP 4

MK-Ultra Revealed

Experts investigate the terrible atrocities of the CIA's MK-Ultra program.

EP 5

Mary Magdalene Enigma

Experts investigate the truth behind the mysterious life of Mary Magdalene.

EP 6

Mystery of the Hypogeum

Experts investigate human remains found in a subterranean Maltese temple.

EP 7

The Devil's Bible

Experts investigate the legendary secrets behind the Devil's Bible.

EP 8

Mystery of Solomon's Mines

Experts investigate surprising new evidence behind King Solomon's Mines.

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