Tut's Treasures: Hidden Secrets - National Geographic

Synopsis

Howard Carter's discovery of Tutankhamun's tomb in 1922 made headlines across the world sparking a global frenzy for Ancient Egypt. But over the decades since the find, many of the pharaoh's priceless grave goods have disappeared into museum basements and archives across Egypt. Now all 5,398 objects are being reunited for the first time since their discovery at the new Grand Egyptian Museum. Many have never been seen before but together they shed new light on the short, eventful life of the so-called 'Boy King' and are now helping experts realise the sheer scale of Tutankhamun's influence in the ancient world.

Episodes

Season 1

Golden Pharaoh, The

Experts examine artefacts that haven't been seen in a century as all 5,398 of Tutankhamun's treasures are brought together for a new one-billion-dollar museum. RATING: AA

Treasures Rediscovered

A beautifully crafted ceremonial dagger made of iron found wrapped inside his mummified corpse has perplexed Egyptologists since it was first discovered.

Tut's Treasures: The Last Pharaoh

The discovery of Tutankhamun's tomb in 1922 made headlines across the world sparking a global frenzy for Ancient Egypt. Crammed inside were over priceless artifacts of every type.

Golden Mask

In 1922 Howard Carter made a stunning discovery, King Tutankhamun's tomb. Crammed inside were over 5,000 priceless artefacts of every type.

Tales from the Tomb

Of the 5,398 treasures from Tutankhamun's tomb at the Grand Egyptian Museum in Cairo, the ones that paint a picture of Tutankhamun's family are the most unsettling.