PBS Uncovers the Secrets of the Ancient Wonders, Premiering in 2027

PBS will take viewers on a journey into the mysteries of the ancient world with SECRETS OF THE ANCIENT WONDERS, a new four-part series from Blink Films coming to PBS in 2027. Using cutting-edge LiDAR scanning and computer-generated imaging, the series investigates four of the world’s most remarkable historic sites: the Great Pyramid of Giza, Petra, Machu Picchu and the Colosseum.

The series sheds light on the mysteries, innovations and engineering achievements behind these ancient wonders. Could the Colosseum have hosted naval battles? What secrets lie hidden beneath Petra’s Treasury? And how did the builders of the Great Pyramid and Machu Picchu overcome extraordinary engineering and environmental challenges?

Combining the latest archaeological research with state-of-the-art scanning technology, SECRETS OF THE ANCIENT WONDERS transforms detailed survey data into spectacular 3D models, brought to life on a vast Volume Wall. Archaeologist Dr. Alice Roberts, alongside leading specialists, explores these remarkable structures as never seen before, uncovering new insights into their construction and the civilizations that created them.

From British production company Blink Films, the series will premiere on PBS in the US as SECRETS OF THE ANCIENT WONDERS, and SBS in Australia as CRACKING THE ANCIENT WONDERS. PBS Distribution will handle international distribution.

About PBS
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About Blink Films
Blink Films is one of the UK’s leading producers of high-quality, award-winning factual television content for broadcasters and streamers worldwide, including Netflix, ABC, Hulu, Disney+, Paramount+, Max, Prime Video, National Geographic, History, BBC, ITV, Channel 4, and Channel 5. Our returning and limited series, features, and theatrical releases span blue-chip science and history documentaries, high-profile investigations and experiments which generate headlines around the world, talent-led popular factual formats, music and the arts, advertiser-funded content, and access-driven premium true crime stories. We are experts at successfully pulling together multiple international partners to co-produce landmark documentaries for audiences worldwide. Blink Films is a Tin Roof Media company.