In the desert sands of Saqqara, the latest hotspot of Egyptian archaeology, two of the world’s most famous Egyptologists seek to unearth ancient treasures. The legendary Dr. Zahi Hawass hunts for the long-lost pyramid of a forgotten Egyptian king while his protege and rival, Dr. Mostafa Waziri, searches for an unlooted tomb in an ancient necropolis. Both teams race against the clock to see who will make the bigger discovery and make their mark in history.
UNKNOWN is a four-part docuseries event that tells breathtaking stories of adventure and exploration in awe-inspiring uncharted territories. Premiering weekly, each film pushes the boundaries of knowledge, ventures into unexplored regions, and unlocks the secrets of our world through the stories of remarkable people and places never before captured on camera. From unearthing the world’s oldest graveyard to a heart-pounding look at the use of artificial intelligence in warfare, get ready to embark on a thrilling expedition that will broaden your horizons and awaken the adventurer within.
Premiere Date: July 3, 2023
Directed by: Max Salomon
Executive Producers: Leslie Greif, Peter Isacksen
This is the first film in a four-week docuseries event.
Rollout: UNKNOWN films release weekly for 4 weeks: July 3, 10, 17, 24
Release Date: Weekly Beginning July 3, 2023
Directed by: Max Salomon, Jesse Sweet, Mark Mannucci, Shai Gal
Production Company: Story Syndicate
Executive Producers: Dan Cogan, Liz Garbus, Jon Bardin, Mala Chapple, Malvina Martin, Jonathan Halperin