Jamie Theakston uncovers the startling truth behind great myths, historical legends, conspiracy theories, ancient treasures, lost civilisations and war time secrets.
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Jul 19, 2018 · 44m
Jamie Theakston asks who was Jesus Christ? Was he really Yeshua Ben Joseph, was he the real king of the Jews, or a humble carpenter? Was he a rabbi, or did he have a relationship, maybe even a marriage to Mary Magdalene? Was Jesus really crucified in Jerusalem, or was he smuggled out of the city alive as some claim? What historical evidence is there that any of this actually happened?
Jul 26, 2018 · 44m
Hide ads with VIP Jamie investigates the Stasi, East Germany's State Security Service, behind the hidden remnants of the Berlin Wall.
Aug 2, 2018 · 44m
Jamie Theakston finds out what Hitler planned to do with his stolen art and discovers that he was also after an unusual item - a spear that pierced the side of Christ.
Aug 9, 2018 · 44m
Jamie Theakston uncovers the world of James Bond. What real life details - if any - did Bond author Ian Fleming inject into his famous character?
Aug 16, 2018 · 44m
Jamie Theakston visits Qumran Caves near the Dead Sea to uncover the truth about a set of manuscripts found there. Who wrote them, and why did they hide them?
Aug 23, 2018 · 44m
Jamie Theakston investigates clandestine groups to see if they really are setting the agenda - or is it all just fake news?
Quick answers about this season's release timeline and episode lineup.
Forbidden History Season 5 premiered on July 19, 2018.
Forbidden History Season 5 has 6 episodes.
The season opens with Season 5 Episode 1, "Uncovering the Historical Jesus". It aired on July 19, 2018.
Go to Season 5 Episode 1