Secrets of Britain(2014)
Overview
The enormous popularity of recent British dramas such as Downton Abbey, Mr. Selfridge, and Sherlock, has led to vast interest in the real-life stories and history of the icons of Great Britain. Each episode of this series visits a famous British building or institution to explore its past and present, meeting a wide range of experts and historians along the way.
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Season 1
6 episodes • 2014Avg: 5.3
Season 1
6 episodes • 2014Avg: 5.3
| # | Episode | Air Date | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Secrets of The Tower of London | May 14, 2014 | 5.0 |
| 2 | Secrets of Underground London | May 21, 2014 | 3.5 |
| 3 | Secrets of Westminster | May 28, 2014 | 6.0 |
| 4 | Secrets of Her Majesty's Secret Service | Jun 4, 2014 | 5.0 |
| 5 | Secrets of Scotland Yard | Jun 11, 2014 | 5.8 |
| 6 | Secrets of Selfridges | Jun 18, 2014 | 6.5 |
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