Station:
National Geographic (GB)
Status:
Running
Start:
2026-03-25
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Revelations, fortunes and harbingers of doom … human history is scattered with mysterious people rumored to have supernatural insight into the future. Have forces beyond our understanding endowed these extraordinary individuals with the gift of prophecy, or is there a rational explanation for these visions?This riveting documentary series blends dramatic reenactments, sweeping footage, and interviews with a panel of experts to present three captivating stories per episode. From ancient China to medieval Europe and modern-day West Virginia, some cases turn out to be elaborate deceptions, others remain eerily unexplained, and all reveal a perpetual human desire to see beyond the veil of time — with reverberating effects on history.
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S1E3 - Liu Bowen, Caesar's Soothsayer, Alloa Tower
In 14th century China, the brilliant Liu Bowen lends his talents and prophetic predictions to a dynasty on the rise. After declaring himself dictator of Rome, Julius Caesar receives a chilling divination. Why didn't he heed the warnings? In Scotland, the noble Erskine family receives a prophesy that follows them like a curse for generations.
Air Date: 08 Apr 2026 14:00 (CDT)
S1E4 - Sleeping Prophet, The Pythia, Symbols of Evil
Edgar Cayce is one of the most well-known mystics of the U.S. His hypnotic methods have influenced public perception of a turbulent 20th century. In ancient Greece, the Oracle of Delphi is consulted on wars as well as the rise and fall of kingdoms. Eliphas Lévi is best known as a progenitor of occult symbols, but is his work misunderstood?
Air Date: 15 Apr 2026 14:00 (CDT)
S1E5 - Detective Dorothy, Psychic Healer, Star Prophecy
When police in 1970s U.S. get stumped, they sometimes turn to unusual methods. Dorothy Allison is one of the premier "psychic detectives." John of God brings New Age followers the world over to Brazil for his healing touch. But is he really a holy man? In Roman-occupied Judea, Jewish commander Flavius Josephus becomes a prophet upon his capture.
Air Date: 22 Apr 2026 14:00 (CDT)