Secrets of the Dead

Secrets of the Dead - PBS

PBS

Series

2000

TVPG

Documentary

Science

History

Experts use modern forensic techniques to shed new light on historical mysteries.

Where to Stream

2000– Series 22 Seasons119 Episodes

Upcoming TV Airings

The airings below are based on a generic national schedule. Times and dates can vary by TV provider.

Thursday, July 17

Ben Franklin's Bones

Season 14 • Episode 1

Skeletal remains in the basement of Ben Franklin's British residence may have been used for science.

Friday, July 18

Ben Franklin's Bones

Season 14 • Episode 1

Skeletal remains in the basement of Ben Franklin's British residence may have been used for science.

Saturday, July 19

Ben Franklin's Bones

Season 14 • Episode 1

Skeletal remains in the basement of Ben Franklin's British residence may have been used for science.

Thursday, July 24

Bombing Auschwitz

Season 18 • Episode 2

The Allies consider bombing the Nazi prison camp in an effort to save lives in the future.

Friday, July 25

Bombing Auschwitz

Season 18 • Episode 2

The Allies consider bombing the Nazi prison camp in an effort to save lives in the future.

Saturday, July 26

Bombing Auschwitz

Season 18 • Episode 2

The Allies consider bombing the Nazi prison camp in an effort to save lives in the future.

Thursday, July 31

Jamestown's Dark Winter

Season 15 • Episode 2

An excavation of Jamestown, Va., reveals bones of a 14-year-old English girl.

Friday, August 1

Building Notre Dame

Season 18 • Episode 3

The construction of the Notre Dame de Paris, including architectural and technical challenges.

Saturday, August 2

Vampire Legend

Season 15 • Episode 1

Deviant burials dating back to medieval England may offer insight into myths about vampires.

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