Secrets in the Sand

Secrets in the Sand

In Secrets in the Sand, experts uncover four global stories of "extraordinary curiosities that were once concealed in the deserts of the planet."

Documentary

Seasons

1. Marree Man and the Mystery Mummies

Air Date: 2023-09-09

A huge geoglyph in the Australian outback are investigated. In Chile, ninety-six ancient mummies are unearthed. A new tomb in Egypt leads to a surprising discovery. Strange animal bones are found in an unforgiving desert.

2. Croc Mummies and the Lost City of Avaris

Air Date: 2023-09-16

The remains of crocodile mummies on the Nile River are excavated. Millions of grass circles are found in the Namib Desert. A lost stone ruins is re-discovered in Egypt. A band of strange holes in the Nazca Plateau is investigated.

3. Shimoa and the Sailing Stones

Air Date: 2023-09-23

In Death Valley, rocks appear to move on their own. Archaeologists find lost civilization in Ordos Desert . Animal bones in New Mexico reveals traces of first human migration. Strange stones found in Sahara has astronomical purpose.

4. Egypt's Red Sea

Air Date: 2023-09-30

Egypt's Red Sea find links to the Great Pyramid. Life-sized camel sculptures found in Saudi Arabia's rocks. Mauritania investigates Sahara Desert formation. 37-million-year-old enigmatic fossil uncovered in Egypt's sands.

5. Discovery near Cairo

Air Date: 2023-10-07

Archaeologists made a remarkable new discovery near Cairo, Egypt. Experts find a 1533 Portuguese ship in Namibian desert. WWII plane in Egyptian Sahara sparks pilot fate probe. Taiwan's fossil burrows tie giant worms to ancient kin.

6. The Peruvian highlands

Air Date: 2023-10-14

Ancient human remains is discovered in the Peruvian highlands. Underwater Roman ruins are uncovered in Tunisia. Strange sounds in the Mongolian desert are investigated. A cache of animal bones is discovered in Saudi Arabia cave.

1. Alien Skeleton

Air Date: 2025-10-31

The episode begins by examining a tiny skeleton found in the Atacama Desert of Chile. This unusual discovery sparked widespread speculation about its origins, with some suggesting it could be evidence of extraterrestrial life. The show will delve into the details surrounding this skeleton, discussing the scientific investigations and the theories that have emerged. Viewers can expect to learn about the debates and controversies that have arisen from this find. In addition to the skeleton, the episode will take viewers on a journey to a forgotten settlement along the historic Silk Road. This location holds secrets from a time when trade and cultural exchange flourished. The exploration will highlight the significance of this site and what it reveals about ancient civilizations.

2. Million Mummy Necropolis

Air Date: 2025-11-07

From a vast cemetery in Egypt to ancient bones on a Welsh beach, ancient burial sites illuminate forgotten lives and long-lost cultural shifts.

3. Hidden Temple of Athribis

Air Date: 2025-11-14

From a forgotten Egyptian temple carved into desert cliffs to one of the world's oldest ritual hunting sites in Jordan, recent discoveries are redefining spiritual, cultural, and migration histories across continents and millennia.

4. King Thutmose II Tomb & Secret Saudi Gates

Air Date: 2025-11-21

This episode will explore the lost tomb of King Thutmose II, one of Egypt’s notable pharaohs. The team will delve into the tomb, uncovering new clues that might shed light on the life and reign of this significant figure in Egyptian history. In addition to the exploration of Thutmose II’s tomb, the episode will shift focus to Saudi Arabia. The team will dust off ancient stone structures, revealing secrets that have long been hidden beneath the sands. This segment aims to highlight the rich archaeological heritage of the region, showcasing how these structures contribute to understanding the past.

5. Drowned Stone Age Fisherman

Air Date: 2025-11-29

This episode takes viewers to Chile, where the skeleton of a Stone Age fisherman has been discovered. This find offers a unique glimpse into the lives of people who lived thousands of years ago, showcasing their fishing practices and daily struggles.

6. Ancient Stone Blade Pro

Air Date: 2025-12-06

The first segment of the episode focuses on a Mongolian mass grave. Researchers will inspect this site to uncover the fate of a platoon of soldiers who met a tragic end. Through careful analysis of the remains and artifacts found at the grave, the team hopes to piece together what happened to these soldiers and the circumstances surrounding their burial.

7. Screaming Mummy and Chaco Canyon Highway

Air Date: 2025-12-13

In this episode, the team delves into the eerie tale of a mummy discovered with a haunting expression. The team will explore what this anguished look might reveal about the life and death of this ancient individual. It raises questions about the rituals and beliefs surrounding death in ancient cultures. Alongside this chilling discovery, the episode also uncovers the secrets of Sumerian power linked to a buried palace in Iraq. This palace is believed to hold keys to understanding the rise of one of the world’s oldest civilizations.

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Rating

8.0/10

Release Date

2023-09-09

Episodes

7 (2 seasons)

Status

Returning Series

Cast

Videos

Production Companies

Shark Teeth Films

Shark Teeth Films

A+E Global Media

A+E Global Media