Forbidden History

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

Forbidden History

Forbidden History

Series 3 | Episode 2

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

Forbidden History

Forbidden History

Series 3 | Episode 1

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.

Forbidden History

Forbidden History

Series 3 | Episode 6

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

Forbidden History

Forbidden History

Series 3 | Episode 5

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

Forbidden History

Forbidden History

Series 3 | Episode 3

How much of the vampire legend is based in reality? Hear the truth as Jamie Theakston visits Romania to hear the tales of Elizabeth Bathory and Vlad Dracula.

Forbidden History

Forbidden History

Series 3 | Episode 4

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

About Forbidden History

About Forbidden History

This brand new and exclusive tells true, incredible stories from the annals of history.

Forbidden History Gallery

Forbidden History Gallery

Take a look at the Forbidden History gallery, from the show presented by Jamie Theakston.

Forbidden History Series 3 Trailer

Forbidden History Series 3 Trailer

Jamie Theakston uncovers new evidence that could rewrite history.

Forbidden History: Nazi UFO

Forbidden History: Nazi UFO

Jamie Theakston investigates whether the Nazis' were trying to build a UFO.

Forbidden History: The Illuminati

Forbidden History: The Illuminati

Jamie Theakston investigates whether the Illuminati group really does exist?

Forbidden History: Nazi UFOs Trailer

Forbidden History: Nazi UFOs Trailer

Their technology far outstripped anything else on the planet.

Forbidden History Trailer: Yesterday

Forbidden History Trailer: Yesterday

Jamie Theakston continues his quest in an all-new second series.

Forbidden History - The Lost Treasures Of Petra

Forbidden History - The Lost Treasures Of Petra

The myths behind Petra seem to suggest there could be lost treasure hidden under Petra.

Jamie Theakston Interview

Jamie Theakston Interview

We got a chance to interview Jamie Theakston about his new series Forbidden History.

Forbidden History Trailer

Forbidden History Trailer

Watch the Jamie Theakston's Forbidden History trailer here.

Treasures of Ancient Rome

Treasures of Ancient Rome

Critic Alastair Sooke hails Roman art in this superb three-part series.

Mummies Alive

This new and exclusive series brings the world's best-preserved mummies back to life.

Treasures of the Anglo Saxons

Treasures of the Anglo Saxons

Dr Nina Ramirez exposes the hidden meanings behind the treasure of the Anglo Saxons.