Plot Synopsis

Hosted by Danny Trejo, MYSTERIES UNEARTHED WITH DANNY TREJO is a one-hour docuseries that reveals the history behind some of the world's most significant discoveries, found in the most unexpected ways. From hidden treasures and sacred objects, to astounding animal artifacts and secret underground tunnels, the world is full of items and areas that have yet to be revealed. The series examines the stories surrounding buried artifacts and lost civilizations, shedding light, and offering new insight and information, on various mysteries of the past and present. Anchored by Trejo's affinity for history and his natural curiosity into exploring the unknown -- coupled with archival material, expert interviews, and dramatic re-creations -- MYSTERIES UNEARTHED seeks to unearth what the human eye cannot easily detect, as objects, structures and creatures concealed under earth, ice and water are suddenly, and often accidentally, revealed. From ancient animals uncovered as permafrost melts to excavations that make international headlines, each episode explains the significance of these discoveries and offers surprising context to these amazing finds. The eight episodes include:

"Mysterious Structures" (Friday, December 6, 2024 at 10pm ET/PT): From a revolutionary war era ship hiding under the streets of Manhattan, to a sprawling Roman villa unearthed in the backyard of an English home, or even an ancient Grecian maze long thought to be a myth -- the strange structures uncovered in this episode sometimes lead to more questions than answers.

"Hidden Treasures" (Friday, December 13, 2024 at 10pm ET/PT): This installment explores some of the most valuable treasures found in the most unlikely of ways. Like a priceless Ancient Roman mosaic hiding in a New York city apartment, or the most valuable piece of Americana tucked away in a $4 flea market find. You never know where the next million-dollar discovery could be uncovered.