Secrets of the Dead

Unearthing History

★ 6.3 /10 20 votes

May 15, 2000 23 Seasons 123 Episodes 56 min Returning Series NR

Documentary Mystery

Overview

Part detective story, part true-life drama, long-running series explores some of the most iconic moments in history to debunk myths and shed new light on past events. Using the latest investigative techniques, forensic science and historical examination, it shatters accepted wisdom, challenges prevailing ideas, overturns existing hypotheses, spotlights forgotten mysteries, and ultimately rewrites history.

Seasons & Episodes

Season 1

2000 • 5 Episodes

The first season of the PBS "Secrets of the Dead" are versions of the UK (Channel 4) documentary series of the same name. The episodes in this season were reworked (re-edited, re-branded, and re-narrated by Roy Scheider) from the UK episodes. The episodes were originally available on VHS as a season set and individually.

Season 2

2001 • 6 Episodes

These six episodes of this PBS documentary series are adapted from the UK series of the same name, but are re-edited, re-branded, and re-narrated by Liev Schreiber.

Season 3

2001 • 6 Episodes

Season 4

2003 • 6 Episodes

Season 5

2005 • 5 Episodes

Season 6

2006 • 5 Episodes

Season 7

2008 • 2 Episodes

Season 8

2008 • 4 Episodes

Season 9

2009 • 6 Episodes

Season 10

2010 • 3 Episodes

Season 11

2011 • 3 Episodes

Season 12

2012 • 6 Episodes

Season 13

2013 • 7 Episodes

Season 14

2015 • 3 Episodes

Season 15

2015 • 5 Episodes

Season 16

2016 • 5 Episodes

Season 17

2018 • 7 Episodes

Season 18

2019 • 6 Episodes

Season 19

2021 • 6 Episodes

Season 20

2022 • 7 Episodes

Season 21

2023 • 6 Episodes

Season 22

2024 • 10 Episodes

Season 23

2025 • 4 Episodes

Key Information

                                    Network
                                    PBS
                                

                                    Type
                                    Documentary
                                

                                    Rating
                                    6.3/10
                                

                                    Language
                                    EN
                                

                                    Country
                                    United Kingdom
                                

Cast & Crew

Liev Schreiber

Narrator

Roy Scheider

Narrator

David Keys

Himself - Scientist

Jonathan Petropoulos

Self

Georgi Markov

Ian Knight

Himself - Historian

Tony Pollard

Himself - Archaeologist

Dr. Jeannine Davis-Kimball

herself

Linnda R. Caporael

herself

Addison Bain

himself

Mike Pitts

Himself - Archaeologist

Martin Biddle

Himself - Archaeologist

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Secrets of the Dead about?

Part detective story, part true-life drama, long-running series explores some of the most iconic moments in history to debunk myths and shed new light on past events. Using the latest...

How many seasons does Secrets of the Dead have?

Secrets of the Dead has 23 seasons with 123 episodes.

When did Secrets of the Dead premiere?

Secrets of the Dead premiered on May 15, 2000.

Is Secrets of the Dead still running?

Yes, Secrets of the Dead is currently ongoing with new episodes.

Where can I watch Secrets of the Dead?

Secrets of the Dead originally aired on PBS. Check your local streaming services for availability.

What is the rating of Secrets of the Dead?

Secrets of the Dead has a rating of 6.3/10 based on user reviews.

What genre is Secrets of the Dead?

Secrets of the Dead is classified as Documentary, Mystery.