Ancient X-Files (2010): cast, story & where to watch
2010 · Series · ★ 7.6
Released in 2010, Ancient X-Files is a documentary series.
What it’s about. Ancient X Files travels around the world to solve some intriguing riddles. Each story is a piece of detective work by an expert trying to make sense of some puzzling ancient artefact, to find the truth behind some extraordinary legend, to discover the origins of a bizarre myth or to establish the authenticity of a venerated religious relic. This series explores the bits of archaeology and history which seem to defy explanation. Our experts are following chains of clues and putting theories to the test, in an effort to explain the unexplained. Ancient X Files investigates claims about the whereabouts of the lost Ark of the Covenant; attempts to establish the authenticity of a cup some believe to be the Holy Grail; tries to de-code the mysterious Phaistos disc; investigates a cloth which is believed to carry traces of the DNA of Jesus Christ; and deciphers an encrypted book of alchemy written by the great Sir Isaac Newton.
Who’s in it. Ancient X-Files stars Chris Porter as Narrator.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.6/10, Ancient X-Files has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Disney Plus. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Ancient X-Files page.
If you liked it. Fans of Ancient X-Files tend to enjoy Cosmos, Planet Earth, Planet Earth II and Vikings.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Ancient X-Files (2010)?
- In US, Ancient X-Files is available to stream on Disney Plus. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Ancient X-Files worth watching?
- Ancient X-Files holds an audience score of 7.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Ancient X-Files?
- Ancient X-Files stars Chris Porter.
- When was Ancient X-Files released?
- Ancient X-Files was released in 2010.