Secrets of the Dead

"Unearthing History"

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.

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Status	Returning Series
Original Name	Secrets of the Dead
First Air Date	May 15, 2000
Last Air Date	October 22, 2025
Seasons	23
Episodes	121
Episode Runtime	NaNmin
Language	English
Original Language	English
Production Countries	United Kingdom, United States of America
Production Companies	Thirteen
Networks	PBS

S23E05

China's Bronze Kingdom

A mysterious ancient city lies hidden in the mountains of Sichuan—remnants of a kingdom consigned to oblivion for thousands of years, until the chance discovery of a jade artifact in 1986. More than 10,000 unusual items have been found at the site which experts believe may be as archaeologically important as the Terracotta Army of Xi'an. Could this be the capital of the ancient Shu kingdom?

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