
Ancient Autopsy
2025•10.0/10
Documentary
Ratings
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10.0/10(1)
Professor Suzannah Lipscomb deep dives into some of the greatest death mysteries of the ancient world, as she turns forensic detective and re-examines the final moments of four of ancient history's most iconic figures. Blending science, history, and compelling detective work, Suzannah is joined by world-renowned forensic pathologist, Dr Richard Shepherd, who deploys cutting-edge digital autopsy technology to reveal trauma, disease, and possible foul play.
Production
BossaNova Media, Yeti Television
Language
EN
Status
Returning Series
First Aired
September 22, 2025
Last Aired
September 29, 2025
Networks
More4
Where to Watch
Region US · Lang EN
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Seasons & Episodes
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Season

E1
Cleopatra
Air date: 2025-09-22
The pair begin by finding out if Egypt's last queen - Cleopatra - was truly killed by a snake. To get to the bottom of it, Suzannah confronts live Egyptian cobras, observes venom extraction, and explores academic theories of political murder. And with Dr Shepherd's forensic analysis and detailed examination of Roman records, they reconsider the truth behind one of ancient history's most famous deaths
E2
Alexander the Great
Air date: 2025-09-29
Professor Suzannah Lipscomb explores whether Alexander the Great died from poison, trauma or a deadly virus. She discovers surprising clues in a tiny Babylonian tablet and explores new virological theories with experts at the UK's Pandemic Institute. And through digital autopsy, Dr Richard Shepherd helps shed new light on the ancient world's most debated death
E3
Genghis Khan
Air date: 2025-10-06
Brand new series: Was Genghis Khan killed by an arrow? Or lightning? Maybe the plague? Suzannah Lipscomb investigates. Digital forensics indicate a death even stranger than legend.
E4
Tutankhamun
Air date: 2025-10-13
High-speed chariots, a digital autopsy and a rare diary unearth startling new clues behind the mysterious death of the ancient Egyptian boy-king Tutankhamun.





















