Ancient Aliens: Origins

Season 1

Revisit the most compelling mysteries explored over the past 15 years of "Ancient Aliens." Experts like Giorgio Tsoukalos, David Childress, William Henry, and Jason Martell engage in conversations around Ancient Astronaut Theory in each episode.

12 Episodes

  • Extraordinary Engineering
    E1
    Extraordinary EngineeringExperts explore remarkable ancient engineering feats like Giza, Puma Punku, and Baalbek, hinting at the possibility of advanced technology from an unknown source in constructing these enigmatic megalithic sites.
  • Ancient Close Encounters
    E2
    Ancient Close EncountersAncient Astronaut theorists Giorgio Tsoukalos, William Henry and Jason Martell delve into the archives to reveal compelling evidence of ancient flying machines and explore the possibility that these extraterrestrial close encounters persist.
  • Sky Gods and Star Beings
    E3
    Sky Gods and Star BeingsAre we truly alone in the Universe? Ancient Astronaut theorists propose that descriptions of Sky Gods and Star Beings, might reflect real encounters with extraterrestrial visitors in the remote past. Could this be true? Follow experts Giorgio Tsoukalos, William Henry and Jason Martell as they sift through the series archives of "Ancient Aliens", to uncover in-depth descriptions and portrayals of these entities from Egyptian, Sumerian, Chinese, Mesoamerican, and Native American traditions. Could the evidence reveal these beings to be… Ancient Astronauts?
  • Human Genesis
    E4
    Human GenesisBased solely on Charles Darwin's Theory of Evolution, the rapid development of modern humans seems impossible without a 'missing link'. Could this link involve extraterrestrial intervention? Join Giorgio Tsoukalos, William Henry, and Jason Martell as they delve into the series archives of "Ancient Aliens" to uncover compelling clues about mankind's true origins. Discover evidence within religious texts, records from Earth's first civilizations, unexplained anomalies in human physiology and clues embedded within our very own DNA. Could extraterrestrials have really guided human evolution? And if so, does the experiment with the human genome persist even today?
  • Mysterious Underground Worlds
    E5
    Mysterious Underground WorldsExploring underground structures; including the Longyou Grottoes in China, believed to be over 15,000 years old, secret tunnels linked to Native American lore of the Ant and Snake People, ancient libraries from a lost civilization and more
  • Alien Arsenal
    E6
    Alien ArsenalThroughout history, legendary weaponry and advanced technologies have often been attributed to divine or extraterrestrial influences. Japanese swords were believed to be forged with the help of the supernatural, while mythical weapons granted by otherworldly beings were wielded by iconic figures like Joan of Arc and King Arthur. The enigmatic Greek fire is yet another weapon attributed to these so-called-gods.
  • Mystery of the Pyramids
    E7
    Mystery of the PyramidsThe Great Pyramid of Giza remains one of the most captivating mysteries of the ancient world, with compelling evidence suggesting it may have functioned as an ancient power plant. Adding to the intrigue, the pyramids at Teotihuacan in Mexico feature heat-shielding Mica in their design. Across the globe, hundreds of ancient pyramids exhibit strikingly similar alignments and architectural styles, with many more yet to be discovered. Recent finds in Alaska, China and even Bosnia, expand this growing list and while Japan’s Yonaguni pyramid lies submerged underwater, researchers claim to have found pyramids buried beneath miles of ice in Antarctica. Could these enigmatic structures hold the key to unraveling the truth about humanity's extraterrestrial past?
  • Alien Observatories
    E8
    Alien ObservatoriesAncient sites like Stonehenge, Newgrange, and Egypt's Pyramids of Giza reveal astonishing celestial alignments that seem far from coincidence. Across the globe, from the Mayan temples and Hopi settlements to the pyramid complex of Teotihuacan, massive structures seem to mirror the heavens above; especially when seen from the skies. What purpose do they serve? Were these alignments crafted to signal entities from the stars? Do they mark the origins of otherworldly visitors? Or do they conceal a hidden purpose... one that humanity has yet to uncover?
  • Extraterrestrial Devices (Alien Technology)
    E9
    Extraterrestrial Devices (Alien Technology)The Antikythera Mechanism, an ancient Greek astronomical device retrieved from a shipwreck, is the world's oldest known analog computer; its discovery sparks debate about the technological capabilities attributed to ancient civilizations.
  • Submerged Evidence
    E10
    Submerged EvidenceEarth's deep, uncharted waters have long been a source of wonder; from legends of aquatic cities ruled by gods and creatures to frequent UFO sightings, considering if these might point to an otherworldly presence lurking in Earth watery depths.
  • Alien Beacons
    E11
    Alien BeaconsFor centuries, ancient monuments and mysterious markings, visible only from the sky, have captivated and puzzled researchers. The Nazca Lines in Peru, with their sprawling designs of animal shapes and a humanoid figure, stretch across miles of desert while Ohio's Serpent Mound and France's precisely arranged Carnac Stones, exhibit an advanced knowledge of astronomy and geometry. Around the world, similar enigmas emerge from crop circles inscribed with complex codes to ley lines linking sacred sites along energy-rich pathways. Could these sites be more than just ancient wonders? Might they have been placed intentionally as navigational signposts for extraterrestrial visitors who once journeyed through Earth's skies?
  • Alien Messengers
    E12
    Alien MessengersAcross cultures and throughout history, stories of individuals receiving wisdom from otherworldly sources are widespread. In biblical accounts, prophets are granted moral codes through divine encounters. The Oracle of Delphi communicated directly with the Greek god Apollo, delivering his messages to humanity. Similarly, external influences appear to have shaped pivotal moments in history. Joan of Arc claimed to have had visions that drove her to lead the French army, while George Washington reported an apparition that guided him during the Revolutionary War. Many of history's greatest minds, including Albert Einstein, Nikola Tesla, and Srinivasa Ramanujan, attributed their groundbreaking insights to inspiration that seemed to come from beyond our world. Could it be that key events and monumental breakthroughs in human history were guided by extraterrestrial messengers?

Cast of Season 1

  • Giorgio A. TsoukalosSelf - Ancient Aliens Expert
  • Robert ClotworthySelf - Narrator (voice)
  • Jason MartellSelf - Ancient Aliens Expert
  • William HenrySelf - Ancient Aliens Expert
  • David ChildressSelf - Author & Archaeologist

 

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