Secrets of the Dead Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
2000 · PBS · Status: Returning Series · Rated: NR
Frequently Asked Questions About Secrets of the Dead
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does Secrets of the Dead have?
Secrets of the Dead has 23 seasons and 123 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on May 15, 2000 to February 4, 2026.
Is Secrets of the Dead renewed, ended, or canceled?
Secrets of the Dead is currently an active returning series with future seasons planned or in development.
How long does it take to binge watch Secrets of the Dead?
It takes 26h 8m (1568 minutes) to watch the complete run of Secrets of the Dead. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 14 days. Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 26.1 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 14 days.
Where can you stream or watch Secrets of the Dead?
Secrets of the Dead is available for streaming on YouTube TV, PBS, Thirteen, WETA+. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for Secrets of the Dead?
Secrets of the Dead has an official content rating of NR.
Who are the lead actors in Secrets of the Dead?
The primary ensemble cast includes Liev Schreiber as Narrator (age 58), Roy Scheider as Narrator (age 75 (deceased)), Jay O. Sanders as Narrator (voice) (age 73), David Keys as Himself - Scientist.
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Liev Schreiber | Narrator | 58 |
| Roy Scheider | Narrator | 75 (deceased) |
| Jay O. Sanders | Narrator (voice) | 73 |
| David Keys | Himself - Scientist | – |
| Jonathan Petropoulos | Self | – |
| Georgi Markov | Main Cast | – |
| Ian Knight | Himself - Historian | – |
| Tony Pollard | Himself - Archaeologist | – |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for Secrets of the Dead are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.