Jamie Theakston uncovers the startling truth behind great myths, historical legends, conspiracy theories, ancient treasures, lost civilisations and war time secrets.
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A three-year investigation chronicles the evolution of “Q” in real time, with access to key players, along with an examination of how the anonymous character uses conspiracy theories and information warfare to influence politics.
New interviews and an up-to-date analysis of evidence shed light on the 1992 murders of three girls in Spain and their profound impact on the nation.
In six films, Adam Curtis traces the different forces across the world that have led to now. It covers a wide range—including the strange roots of modern conspiracy theories, the history of China, opium and opioids, the history of Artificial Intelligence, melancholy over the loss of empire and, love and power. And explores whether modern culture, despite its radicalism, is really just part of the new system of power.
MythBusters is a science entertainment television program created and produced by Australia's Beyond Television Productions for the Discovery Channel. The show's hosts, special effects experts Adam Savage and Jamie Hyneman, use elements of the scientific method to test the validity of rumors, myths, movie scenes, adages, Internet videos, and news stories.
Conspiracy theories are often created to help people make sense of our complex world – but can they stand up to scientific investigation? “Conspiracies on Trial” subjected some of the most enduring conspiracy theories to a battery of methodical tests with two back-to-back episodes featured over two weeks on Discovery Civilization Channel. The Da Vinci Code, the death of Robert Maxwell, the death of Pope John Paul I and the sinking of the Kursk submarine – what is the version of events that actually occurred? Analytical methods such as body mechanics, surveillance technology, forensics and reconstruction are used to solve the mystery of these puzzling events. Do these conspiracies stand a chance against the rigorous investigation of “Conspiracies on Trial?”
This documentary series tells the stories that have gripped imaginations for centuries and reveals the fascinating and unexpected history behind them.
Dive into the mysteries of some of NASA’s most curious missions and explore stories of engineering achievement and human endurance. Each episode offers first hand testimony from astronauts, NASA mission footage, plus beautifully rendered CGI to bring to life these voyages that reveal unexplained sightings that have dogged many of NASA’s most famous missions.
Climate change, the Antichrist, the secret world order, World War III. Here are some of the themes of the massive The New Apocalypse - Mankind's Last Exodus trilogy. Grann paints a chilling vision of the future: the planet and humanity are facing major changes: ecological, material and spiritual catastrophe could be just around the corner. Can we make the right choices and take our destiny into our own hands, or has someone else predetermined everything?
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Join visionary philanthropist Bill Gates as he delves into pressing global issues and uncovers cutting-edge technologies that will transform the world.
Award-winning filmmaker Joe Berlinger sends documentary teams across the country to uncover the real reasons Americans can’t agree on what’s true and what’s not.
An FBI cold case that has laid dormant for 70 years, leads a group of world-renown investigators on the ultimate manhunt to finally answer the question: Did Adolf Hitler survive World War II?
Joost Engelberts investigates how a conspiracy about satanic ritual abuse can escalate into a socially explosive story. Who are the people involved? What exactly is being alleged? And how can a local event grow into a national phenomenon?
Our Urban Myths are stories that have been passed down over time and have now become part of urban folklore. But are they true? We take a slightly tongue in cheek, mischievous – and deliberately ambiguous – look at what might have happened...
An investigative journalist pursuing a political conspiracy known as the Octopus is found dead in his hotel room. Decades later, new details emerge.
This series delivers startling new revelations about the 2005 trial of Michael Jackson - with exclusive footage and unheard audio tapes of Jackson, close insiders and the LA police.
Uncover the clues that expose humanity's true origins as Michael Tellinger reveals secrets hidden within ancient stone circles and artifacts.
A look at current events like UFO's and 7/7.
After examining evidence both old and new, the team questions O.J.’s role in the crimes. Was he involved in these murders…or was another person was responsible? Dr. Henry Lee, a forensics expert from the original investigation, discusses the confounding details and problems with the preliminary evidence collection from the crime scene, and what impact that may have had on the trial.
The Secret Rulers of the World was first shown on Channel 4 in April 2001. The five-part documentary series accompanied creator Jon Ronson's book 'Them: Adventures with Extremists', which covered similar topics and described many of the same episodes. Both the series and book detail Ronson's encounters following theorists and activists residing outside political, religious, and sociological norms.
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6 episodes • 2013
| # | Episode | Air Date | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Lost Treasures of the Templars | Sep 27, 2013 | 0.0 |
| 2 | The Secrets of Fatima | Oct 4, 2013 | 0.0 |
| 3 | The Bloodline of Christ | Oct 11, 2013 | 0.0 |
| 4 | The Mystery of the Giants | Oct 18, 2013 | 0.0 |
| 5 | The Treasure of Solomon | Oct 25, 2013 | 0.0 |
| 6 | The Secrets of the Alchemists | Nov 1, 2013 | 0.0 |
6 episodes • 2014Avg: 6.7
| # | Episode | Air Date | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Lost Secrets of Petra | Nov 5, 2014 | 0.0 |
| 2 | The Holy Grail | Nov 12, 2014 | 0.0 |
| 3 | The Illuminati | Nov 19, 2014 | 6.0 |
| 4 | The Oracles | Nov 26, 2014 | 0.0 |
| 5 | Top Secret Nazi UFOs | Dec 3, 2014 | 6.0 |
| 6 | The Genius of Nikola Tesla | Dec 10, 2014 | 8.0 |
6 episodes • 2016
| # | Episode | Air Date | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Real Ark of the Covenant | Feb 26, 2016 | 0.0 |
| 2 | The Man in the Iron Mask | Mar 4, 2016 | 0.0 |
| 3 | Bloodlust: Real Vampires | Mar 11, 2016 | 0.0 |
| 4 | Hitler: Suicide or Survivor? | Mar 18, 2016 | 0.0 |
| 5 | Inside the Cult of Satan | Mar 25, 2016 | 0.0 |
| 6 | In Search of the Real King Arthur | Apr 1, 2016 | 0.0 |
6 episodes • 2017
| # | Episode | Air Date | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Curse of Hitler's Executioner | Jun 14, 2017 | 0.0 |
| 2 | The Secrets of the Vatican Archives | Jun 21, 2017 | 0.0 |
| 3 | The Secrets of the Murder Bureau | Jun 28, 2017 | 0.0 |
| 4 | The Dark Truths of the Templars | Jul 5, 2017 | 0.0 |
| 5 | The Real Mary Magdalene | Jul 12, 2017 | 0.0 |
| 6 | The Death of Mussolini | Jul 19, 2017 | 0.0 |
6 episodes • 2018
| # | Episode | Air Date | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Uncovering the Historical Jesus | Jul 19, 2018 | 0.0 |
| 2 | The Stasi: Behind The Berlin Wall | Jul 26, 2018 | 0.0 |
| 3 | The Hunt for Nazi Treasure | Aug 2, 2018 | 0.0 |
| 4 | The Real James Bond | Aug 9, 2018 | 0.0 |
| 5 | The Dead Sea Scrolls Conspiracy | Aug 16, 2018 | 0.0 |
| 6 | Secret Societies: World Domination | Aug 23, 2018 | 0.0 |
11 episodes • 2020Avg: 6.5Valley of Despair
| # | Episode | Air Date | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mystery of Yamashita's Treasure | Apr 5, 2020 | 0.0 |
| 2 | Relics of the Holy Land | Apr 12, 2020 | 0.0 |
| 3 | Nazi Raiders of the Holy Grail | Apr 19, 2020 | 7.0 |
| 4 | Curse of the Crystal Skulls | Apr 26, 2020 | 6.0 |
| 5 | Search for Noah's Ark | May 3, 2020 | 0.0 |
| 6 | The Pyramid Code | May 10, 2020 | 0.0 |
| 7 | Hitler's Occult Conspiracy | May 17, 2020 | 0.0 |
| 8 | Vatican Book of Secrets | May 24, 2020 | 0.0 |
| 9 | Mysteries of the Bermuda Triangle | May 31, 2020 | 0.0 |
| 10 | Secret Life of Moses | Jun 7, 2020 | 0.0 |
| 11 | Secrets of the Salem Witches | Jun 14, 2020 | 0.0 |
8 episodes • 2022Avg: 7.5Golden Era
| # | Episode | Air Date | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Secrets of the Crucifixion | Apr 15, 2022 | 0.0 |
| 2 | Terror of Nazi Propaganda | Apr 21, 2022 | 8.0 |
| 3 | Secrets of Gobekli Tepe | Apr 28, 2022 | 0.0 |
| 4 | MK-Ultra Revealed | May 5, 2022 | 7.0 |
| 5 | Mary Magdalene Enigma | May 12, 2022 | 0.0 |
| 6 | Mystery of the Hypogeum | May 19, 2022 | 0.0 |
| 7 | The Devil's Bible | May 26, 2022 | 0.0 |
| 8 | Mystery of Solomon's Mines | Jun 2, 2022 | 0.0 |