Mark Daniels
Director
Secrets of the Dead (2000)
Season 6
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.
Released May 15, 2000
Episode 55 min
12+
Genres: Documentary, History, Mystery, War
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Watch Providers: PBS, Spectrum On Demand
Production Companies: Thirteen
Network: PBS
Country: United Kingdom
Languages:
English
S6E1 - Dogfight Over Guadalcanal
A pivotal moment in World War II, one of the most legendary and best documented dogfights in Air Force history is reconstructed.
Nov. 8, 2006, midnight
S6E2 - Battle for the Bible
The story behind the creation of the King James Bible from mysterious and inaccessible Latin texts to a book for the common english speaking people.
April 25, 2007, midnight
S6E3 - Herculaneum Uncovered
On August 24th, A.D. 79, Mount Vesuvius erupted, burying the city of Herculaneum. This program documents the archaeological re-discovery of that ancient, well preserved city on the Bay of Naples.
May 2, 2007, midnight
S6E4 - Headless Romans
This documentary attempts to explain the mystery behind an unusual ancient burial site unearthed in England, and it's connection with a Roman Emperor.
May 9, 2007, midnight
S6E5 - Irish Escape
A plea is smuggled to a New York reporter from within Western Australia's Fremantle Prison. This letter launched an American whaler that stood its ground against an armed British steamer for freedom and independence. The whaler was the Catalpa, its captain was George Anthony and its human cargo consisted of six Irish political prisoners, who had suffered at the Fremantle prison for a decade.
May 16, 2007, midnight
Network: PBS
Episode Runtime: 55 min.
Season Runtime: 6655 min.
Released: May 15, 2000
Last Air Date: Nov. 12, 2025, midnight
Status: Returning Series
Certification: NR
Common sense age: 12+
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