Secrets of the Lost Liners

Season 2

Follows the design, service and loss of some of the world's greatest ocean liners, covering 100 years, from luxury floating palaces to national symbols, all tragically lost through conflict, accidents or human error.

Where to Watch Season 2

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6 Episodes

Titanic
E1
TitanicThe Titanic sank with a terrible death toll in 1912, but World War I soon overshadowed the tragedy. Decades later, two men strive to rediscover the ship’s memory.
The Costa Concordia
E2
The Costa ConcordiaIn January 2012, on the first leg of a cruise around the Mediterranean Sea, the Costa Concordia deviated from her route and was rocked by a deadly crash.
Achille Lauro
E3
Achille LauroA ship with incredible misfortune, the MS Achille Lauro suffered two serious collisions, multiple onboard fires and was even hijacked by PLO terrorists in 1985.
Oceanos
E4
OceanosAfter being foundered in a storm, Oceanos was abandoned by many of her crew- including the negligent captain - leaving hundreds of passengers stranded on board.
Empress of Britain
E5
Empress of BritainA fabulous cruise ship for the super wealthy, the Empress of Britain was called up for war duty and entered an epic final battle with the German Luftwaffe.
Île de France
E6
Île de FranceThe pride of France after saving many lives and surviving World War II, this groundbreaking ship was ultimately used and destroyed in a disaster film.