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Duration
60 minutes
Series Info
Season 2 Episode 3

Quick Summary

The programme asks whether the Trojan War is merely myth or something more, and whether Shakespeare truly authored his own works. It also reports that DNA analysis has finally identified a body recovered from a beach more than 80 years ago.

About This Program

Time Reveals All is a programme presented as a single episode that tackles enduring historical puzzles. The show positions itself as a concise investigation, inviting viewers to reconsider long‑held assumptions about famous events and figures. Its format is straightforward, focusing on a handful of intriguing questions rather than a sprawling narrative. In this episode the core enquiries centre on three distinct mysteries. First, it asks whether the Trojan War is merely legend or if there’s a factual basis behind the epic tale. Next, it probes the long‑debated issue of Shakespeare’s authorship, questioning whether the Bard truly penned the works attributed to him. Finally, the programme reveals how DNA analysis has finally identified a body that washed up on a beach more than eight decades ago. The segment on the Trojan War looks at the available evidence, weighing mythic storytelling against archaeological clues to gauge how much of the conflict might be rooted in reality. The Shakespeare portion examines the arguments that have surrounded the authorship question, presenting the main points that keep the debate alive. The DNA story details the scientific process that led to the long‑sought identification, highlighting how modern technology can resolve cases that have lingered for generations. Overall, the episode stitches together historical curiosity and contemporary science, showing how fresh methods can bring clarity to age‑old riddles and offering viewers a fresh perspective on topics that have fascinated people for centuries.

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Expedition Files broadcasts on Discovery Channel +1 at 10:00pm, Friday, 13 February 2026.

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Production Details

Runtime60 mins