Across the Arabian desert stretch mysterious stone structures, vast kite -shaped formations that have baffled scientists for generations. An international team of archaeologists now sets out to uncover their secrets, combining cutting-edge technology with traditional fieldwork to piece together clues buried beneath the sands. Their discoveries suggest that these enigmatic megastructures may have been used for hunting, ritual, or social gatherings—evidence of a sophisticated culture that thrived thousands of years before the pyramids.
From Saudi Arabia’s rugged plateaus to Jordan’s Black Desert, each site reveals astonishing traces of human ingenuity and survival. Sweeping aerial vistas and gripping on-site discoveries immerse us in a mystery that challenges established timelines and forces us to reconsider how early civilizations shaped their world.

Spanning five gripping episodes presented together in one seamless video, this sweeping journey explores 300,000 years of human evolution, revealing groundbreaking discoveries that are reshaping everything we thought we knew about our origins. From the first appearance of Homo sapiens in Africa—at a time when at least six other human species walked the Earth—to the dramatic encounters with Neanderthals and the mysteries of their disappearance, each chapter uncovers the epic struggle for survival and dominance.
As the Ice Age grips the planet, humanity pushes into the Americas, braving the harshest conditions in history. Finally, as the ice recedes, a transformation begins: the shift from wandering hunters to the builders of the first permanent settlements. This story brings to life the triumphs, dangers, and defining moments that made us who we are today.

Was the famous wooden structure a clever war tactic—or pure invention? This documentary dives into ancient clues, archaeological digs, and expert theories to uncover the truth behind this iconic tale. It challenges long-held beliefs about the fall of Troy. With vivid reenactments and insights from leading historians, it blurs the line between legend and reality, revealing a story more intriguing than we ever imagined.

Madinat al-Zahra was given its Arabic name, which means "The Shining City," by the 10th century caliph Abd al-Rahman III, who had it built. Nicknamed the "Versailles of Andalusia", Medina Azahara, located in Cordoba, Spain, is today one of the most important Islamic archaeological sites. This unique capital city, built four centuries before the Alhambra in the mid-10th century, is the object of a new excavation campaign.
Five years ago, a team of European archaeologists began a new excavation project at this World Heritage site. For over 100 years, excavations here have concentrated inside the Caliph's palace. This new excavation project is focused outside the palace walls, in areas of the city never before studied. A massive new building came to light, its function unknown. Beyond the mystery of this building, the very location of this city is an enigma in itself. Why was a Muslim city of such importance built in a then primarily Christian area? The site is a complete urban complex including infrastructure, buildings, decoration, and objects of daily use. By following this mission and revealing the mysteries of this lost city, this film traces the history of the golden age of al-Andalus.

By cracking the ancient hieroglyphic code, Jean-François Champollion gave words to a thousand-year-old, mysterious civilization - but behind his legendary feat was a mysterious brother who made it all possible. New correspondence discovered between Jean-François Champollion and his brother Jacques-Joseph now allows us to fully understand how a young, self-taught genius was able to make one of the most important discoveries of the 19th century. Without the tireless support and cleverness of his older brother, Jean-François would never have managed to solve this burning, international enigma.
Through animated sequences, using their private correspondence, archives and with the help of experts, this film will go back on this one-in-a lifetime scientific, human and intellectual adventure to celebrate the bicentenary of the decoding of hieroglyphs.

Discover the untold story behind some of the world's most iconic and enigmatic monuments. Nearly 900 colossal stone heads, scattered across a remote Pacific island, have long puzzled experts and captivated imaginations. Now, groundbreaking evidence is emerging that challenges everything we thought we knew about the awe-inspiring statues of Easter Island and their mysterious creators.
This authoritative documentary leverages cutting-edge science to radically rewrite the history of Easter Island, offering fresh insights and revelations that will leave you astonished. Don't miss this journey into the heart of one of humanity's greatest mysteries.