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The time travelling machines of Hollywood movies offer infinite opportunities, but could time travel ever really be more than science fiction.

U-505 was the only U-boat captured by the US Navy during WWII. Relive the battle, and its aftermath, through archive footage and personal accounts from sailors.

Microbiology reveals why a Medieval child was buried with a stone in its mouth. And, science uncovers the truth behind a terrifying Roman weapon.

Danish bomb squads find and dispose of thousands of World War II landmines. Weed eaters chop down growth with just a sliver of nylon.

A big-top circus tent is erected as high as a building in less than 36 hours. Plus, Japanese workers create handcrafted guitars.

Starting in John O'Groats, the first part of the ride takes in the history, landscapes and weather of Scotland. Henry Cole revels in the quietest roads in the UK.

Don Wildman investigates an American hero, a flying object and an epic quest.

Don Wildman investigates a centuries-long curse connected to the Salem witch trials, a strange helicopter hijacking in Washington, DC, and more.

From giant burning gas spheres to icy orphaned worlds wandering in interstellar space, explore the strange planets that inhabit the vast spread of the universe.

Three cosmonauts die mysteriously as they re-enter Earth's atmosphere. Plus, a NASA rover discovers clues that help solve a murder.

Josh digs in to unearth the secret world of the Knights Templar. He joins an excavation of a rare Templar gravesite in eastern Europe.

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Lockheed were tasked with creating a plane invisible to Russian radar, capable of reaching an altitude of 80,000 ft and speeds of Mach 3.2.

With iconic Peugeot 205 GTI's more in demand than ever and prices rocketing, Drew and Paul gamble on restoring an insurance write-off. Will they pull off the job.

Bruce and Hus are on an Italian road-trip. From Venice to Lake Garda they meet up with dealers whose objects tell the incredible story of Italy in WWII.

New discoveries on a strange Mediterranean island might offer new clues in the hunt for Atlantis. Experts reveal the apocalyptic event that destroyed it.

New discoveries at the lost city of Jericho offer fresh evidence about the biblical battle that brought its impregnable walls down.

Are moons the most likely place to find life beyond the Earth? Explore the 300 that lie within our solar system and find out about Earth's turbulent past.

Two astronauts trapped in the vacuum of space face an agonising death. Plus, the first close up images of Pluto reveal an alien landscape.

Stel and Jess begin their search for the lost city of Atlantis. In Bulgaria, they uncover mysterious gold treasure and evidence of an ancient catastrophe.

Josh digs into the swamp to hunt the lost fortune of notorious bootleggers and bank robbers, the Ashley Gang. He re-traces the family's criminal empire.

Phil and Jess search whitewater rapids and a frigid Alaskan lake for a legendary beast that's now the target of serious scientific inquiry.

Don Wildman investigates a haunted home with a chatty poltergeist, the discovery of a sleeping dragon and Superman's rescue of a real family.

Don investigates a plague that killed thousands of sheep, an unexplained encounter from beyond the grave and a deadly substance used in an odd murder plot.

Some of the brightest minds and theorists on the planet explore the limits of human knowledge and explain the science behind the rules of the universe.

Lockheed were tasked with creating a plane invisible to Russian radar, capable of reaching an altitude of 80,000 ft and speeds of Mach 3.2.

State-of-the-art forensics reveal the shocking details behind mysterious red skulls found in a 500-year-old-grave. What happened at this horrific site.

A 700-year-old tree is turned into a Japanese drum. A tech factory builds thousands of cars while staying green. Two ingredients are made into pasta.

The centuries-old secrets behind making frankfurters are revealed. Plus, sniper rifles are made to hit a target from a thousand yards.

Henry Cole visits some of the most scenic parts of the UK including the Lake District, the Pennines and the Cotswolds, finishing his ride at Land's End in Cornwall.

Don Wildman investigates a haunted home with a chatty poltergeist, the discovery of a sleeping dragon and Superman's rescue of a real family.

Don investigates a plague that killed thousands of sheep, an unexplained encounter from beyond the grave and a deadly substance used in an odd murder plot.

Are moons the most likely place to find life beyond the Earth? Explore the 300 that lie within our solar system and find out about Earth's turbulent past.

Two astronauts trapped in the vacuum of space face an agonising death. Plus, the first close up images of Pluto reveal an alien landscape.

Josh digs into the swamp to hunt the lost fortune of notorious bootleggers and bank robbers, the Ashley Gang. He re-traces the family's criminal empire.

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Emerging as a rival to Boeing's 247, the rigorously tested twin-engine DC3 would eventually radicalise the aviation industry in 1934.

An excited Drew and Paul get their hands on what has become known as 'the poor man's Porsche'. Can the boys change the 914's reputation once and for all.

Bruce uncovers plans for the D-Day invasion, there's a bumpy landing for a Dakota aeroplane, and in France his passion hits new heights with a parachute jump.

The Pantheon is a 2,000-year-old temple with a secret. Advanced archaeological methods and new evidence reveal why it was built and how it survived.

The ancient Roman city of Hierapolis is said to hide a secret portal to the underworld beneath its streets. Experts use pioneering technology to investigate.

Scientists have discovered evidence of a mysterious ninth planet on the very edge of our solar system, could its moons support extra-terrestrial life.

Astronauts are evacuated when a mystery object is discovered hurtling towards the ISS. Plus, a secret agent goes undercover to recover missing moon rocks.

Stel and Jess explore underwater ruins off the coast of Greece. Their quest to find Atlantis leads them on ancient trade routes and into the heart of a volcano.

Josh looks to answer enduring questions around Moses' existence. He opens an ancient Egyptian tomb and treks what could be the true Mount Sinai.

At the site of America's deadliest avalanche, witnesses report bizarre apparitions and feelings of dread. Phil and Jess test a mind-bending scientific theory.

Don investigates a cat who stalks the halls of the US Capitol building before national tragedies and a gruesome triple murder committed on the high seas.

Don investigates a horrifying nightclub fire which claimed the lives of almost 500 people. Plus, a massive drugs bust at an undercover wedding.

Earth is spinning on a tilted axis as it orbits around the Sun. Experts and scientists explain how the planet journeys through the Milky Way.

Emerging as a rival to Boeing's 247, the rigorously tested twin-engine DC3 would eventually radicalise the aviation industry in 1934.

Experts use cutting-edge technology to reveal the mystery behind a red skeleton decorated in jade and pearl treasures in an abandoned Maya city.

The world's biggest fish market feeds Japan's insatiable appetite for seafood. Plus, the trunk of a giant tree is transformed into cricket bats.

Powerboats are built to ride waves faster than cars on the road. The secrets behind Swiss watches are revealed. Workers create high-quality wallpaper.

Preparing For The Adventure. Motorcycle enthusiast Henry Cole prepares for one of the world's most exciting routes: a 3000-mile ride from Johannesburg to Cape Town.

Don investigates a cat who stalks the halls of the US Capitol building before national tragedies and a gruesome triple murder committed on the high seas.

Don investigates a horrifying nightclub fire which claimed the lives of almost 500 people. Plus, a massive drugs bust at an undercover wedding.

Scientists have discovered evidence of a mysterious ninth planet on the very edge of our solar system, could its moons support extra-terrestrial life.

Astronauts are evacuated when a mystery object is discovered hurtling towards the ISS. Plus, a secret agent goes undercover to recover missing moon rocks.

Josh looks to answer enduring questions around Moses' existence. He opens an ancient Egyptian tomb and treks what could be the true Mount Sinai.

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Experience luxurious supersonic travel on board Concorde's final flight. Narrated by Bill Nighy with appearances from Sir David Frost and Lord Saatchi.

Salvage aficionado Drew Pritchard teams up with Paul Cowland for a motoring mission. They scour the UK, buying, restoring and selling classic cars.

Bruce gets hold of an extremely rare, and valuable, German Panther tank - and its original undercoat is more pink than camouflage. But getting parts is a struggle.

King Midas and his golden touch is a famous tale in Greek mythology. Experts use advanced archaeological methods to delve into strange ancient mounds.

Venice was once a fearsome superpower. Scientists use pioneering acoustic imaging technology to discover its ancient foundations and reveal how it's still standing.

The Universe is a violent and dangerous place. From exploding stars and colliding galaxies to nebula shockwaves - what are the worst places in the Universe.

Did Apollo astronauts hear unexplained transmissions on the far side of the moon? Plus, an astronomer spots a strange disturbance in Martian atmosphere.

Stel and Jess investigate a mysterious Greek island where an ancient civilisation built a massive marble pyramid. Could this structure lead them to Atlantis.

Josh re-traces Moses' steps from Mount Sinai to the Israeli desert. He dives the Sea of Galilee and investigates what could be Moses' tomb.

Phil and Jess investigate caverns believed to be portals to the Maya underworld. The sacred cenotes supposedly hide secrets far darker than any legend.

Don Wildman investigates a haunted lighthouse, a ghastly murder and a creepy monster that is rumoured to stalk a town in Ohio.

Don investigates an object that washed up on a beach, the explosive story of how a WWII bomb ended up buried in New York City and more.

The discovery of extra-terrestrial life faces a near impossible challenge. Experts explore the problems with proving or disproving the existence of aliens.

Experience luxurious supersonic travel on board Concorde's final flight. Narrated by Bill Nighy with appearances from Sir David Frost and Lord Saatchi.

Justin and Emiliano investigate a historical English ship filled with stolen treasures that has long been rumoured to be buried deep in a California desert.

The world's leading submarine rescue specialists from several countries participate in a training exercise. Workers manufacture all-wheel drive cars.

How is rubber made into chewing gum? How are fish hooks strong enough to catch a shark? How are the models built at the world's largest Legoland.

Johannesburg West To The Kalahari Deserts. Henry Cole sets off on his 3000-mile adventure from Johannesburg, taking in the beautiful African savannah.

Don Wildman investigates a haunted lighthouse, a ghastly murder and a creepy monster that is rumoured to stalk a town in Ohio.

Don investigates an object that washed up on a beach, the explosive story of how a WWII bomb ended up buried in New York City and more.

The Universe is a violent and dangerous place. From exploding stars and colliding galaxies to nebula shockwaves - what are the worst places in the Universe.

Did Apollo astronauts hear unexplained transmissions on the far side of the moon? Plus, an astronomer spots a strange disturbance in Martian atmosphere.

Josh re-traces Moses' steps from Mount Sinai to the Israeli desert. He dives the Sea of Galilee and investigates what could be Moses' tomb.

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Airbus A380- Giant Of The Sky. This double-decked monster was designed to carry 800 passengers and revolutionise the highways of the sky, so why did it take 17 years to lift off.

A Lancia Fulvia coupe may be Drew and Paul most exciting project as they enter it into a prestigious concours event. But its problems could sabotage their ambitions.

At Biggin Hill, Bruce visits a collector's haul of WWII Spitfires. Plus, the twins prepare some WWII artillery guns to export to Australia - but it's no easy feat.

A prehistoric megastructure on the sands of an English shore could reveal lost mysteries of the Bronze Age. Experts uncover ancient rituals once performed here.

The Tower of London is shrouded in a mysterious, grisly past. Experts use pioneering archaeological methods to examine how it became an infamous prison.

The Secret Origin. Supermassive black holes are so large they devour stars and shape galaxies. The latest science may answer why they grow so large.

Apollo 12 astronauts bring back something alive from the moon. Plus, NASA track an asteroid heading towards Earth and make a shocking discovery.

Stel and Jess dig into unexplored archaeological sites along the Adriatic coast of Croatia. They find a network of sinkholes big enough to swallow an ancient city.

Josh joins an active dig of 4000-year-old tombs in Egypt. He uncovers mummies and treasure that may solve the mysterious collapse of ancient Egypt's Old Kingdom.

Phil and Jess probe the science behind geology's strangest phenomena while investigating mysterious objects flying around Mexico's tallest active volcano.

Don investigates an ominous orb with unusual powers, an interstellar sound from the dark side of the moon and the true identity of a world-renowned writer.

Don examines an ancient carving linked to alien activity, a scalpel used by America's first serial killer and an item buried beneath the World Trade Centre.

New scientific discoveries reveal that the moon has an incredible, violent, and dynamic history. Was the moon originally more similar to earth than previously thought.

Airbus A380- Giant Of The Sky. This double-decked monster was designed to carry 800 passengers and revolutionise the highways of the sky, so why did it take 17 years to lift off.

Justin and Emiliano investigate a legendary lost mine in the mountains of Arizona. It is said to contain over 200 million dollars' worth of gold.

How do they build Formula 1 racing cars? How is the Leatherman, America's best-selling multi-tool made? How do they create classic Finnish Aalto glassware.

How do they make the finest Panama hats? Who rounds up Florida's escaped pythons? How do they keep drivers safe in the world's longest tunnel.

Kuruman To Loeriesfontein. The town of Kuruman on the edge of the Kalahari Desert could be Henry Cole's final resting place only 750 miles into this 3,000-mile trek.

Don investigates an ominous orb with unusual powers, an interstellar sound from the dark side of the moon and the true identity of a world-renowned writer.

Don examines an ancient carving linked to alien activity, a scalpel used by America's first serial killer and an item buried beneath the World Trade Centre.

The Secret Origin. Supermassive black holes are so large they devour stars and shape galaxies. The latest science may answer why they grow so large.

Apollo 12 astronauts bring back something alive from the moon. Plus, NASA track an asteroid heading towards Earth and make a shocking discovery.

Josh joins an active dig of 4000-year-old tombs in Egypt. He uncovers mummies and treasure that may solve the mysterious collapse of ancient Egypt's Old Kingdom.

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Presenter Henry Cole and mechanic Fuzz Townshend hit the road to find, buy and make a profit from the UK's abandoned automotive gems.

Andy And Tim / Petrol Pump. Henry and Fuzz head for Suffolk to rummage through Andy and Tim's collection of vintage vehicles, eccentric oddities and exquisite automobilia.

Henry and Sam go to Hull to meet Mandy, whose late husband was an avid collector of classic motorbikes. There are several rare Vincents and Ariels on offer.

Henry and Fuzz are in West Sussex at Dino's mega-shed. He's got buses, vintage sports cars, rare motorbikes and oodles of motoring ephemera.

A Hollywood blockbuster needs an authentic WWII SAS jeep within two weeks. It's a tight deadline but Bruce is determined to meet it, as the wartime SAS is a passion of his.

Bruce heads to a cold war underground bunker that has been converted to a museum. The curator is looking for some Soviet era equipment to tell the other side of the story.

Bruce hears about some second world war British airborne division gear from the battle of Arnhem for sale, which is of big interest to ex-paratroopers like him and Freddie.

Henry and Fuzz visit Martin in Ipswich. Henry has his eye on a vintage Land Rover and Fuzz finds a miniature scooter, but what will Martin part with.

Henry and Fuzz explore Roger's garage of buses in Coventry. For former mechanic Fuzz, it's a busman's holiday, for Henry, it's a voyage of discovery.

Henry and Fuzz meet a lifelong biker with unique motorbikes. Fuzz discovers a 1950s step through scooter, but Henry prefers low-capacity sports bikes.

Henry and stand-in searcher Guy are in Wiltshire visiting collectors Adam and Dan who have an assortment of trucks, tractors, and rare American cars.

Henry and Fuzz are in Surrey visiting classic cars and tractor collector Ross. Will they go for a gangster-style Rover or a 1920s Renault saloon.

Henry and Fuzz return to Surrey to visit collectors Nick and Hollie, who have an incredible array of cars including a 1921 Rolls Royce Silver Ghost.

French Polisher Alex employs his marquetry skills to restore a 'near pair' of valuable Dutch tables. Engineer Bo rescues a classic 1930s Raleigh bike.

Drew challenges blacksmith Nev to pull off an unconventional redesign on an ejection seat. Meanwhile, Nick gives a facelift to an iconic sculpture.

Sculptor Nick and gilder Ruth team up to restore a very expensive antique table. Meanwhile, upholsterer Craig has difficulties fixing up a mid-century classic design.

Some of the brightest minds and theorists on the planet explore the limits of human knowledge and explain the science behind our star.

Some of the brightest minds and theorists on the planet explore the limits of human knowledge and explain the science behind the microcosmos.

New discoveries have revealed alien worlds that seem to defy the laws of physics. Experts use cutting-edge astronomy to explore this mystery.

The team find a clue that leads them to consult with a local who is knowledgeable of the area. With his help, they find the entrance to a secret underground tunnel system.

The team is trapped in an ancient, underground tunnel putting the search at risk. They rig a remote-controlled camera to find the expedition's most significant treasure.

Falling boulders threaten the crew and the dig site but their solution could cause a huge landslide. Underground, Shawn and Jeremy find their first piece of Jesuit gold.