Unsolved Histories with Lucy Worsley
Follow Lucy Worsley reinvestigates four dramatic chapters in British history: the 16th century witch trials, the Black Death, the madness of King George III and the princes in the tower - and shines a modern lens on the past. In each episode Lucy follows the evidence and brings a contemporary perspective to each mystery, exploring how changing attitudes to gender politics, class inequality, mental health and children can challenge our perceptions of the past and provide new answers to each mystery.
- 2022-2026
- 3 seasons
- Documentary
Follow Lucy Worsley reinvestigates four dramatic chapters in British history: the 16th century witch trials, the Black Death, the madness of King George III and the princes in the tower - and shines a modern lens on the past. In each episode Lucy follows the evidence and brings a contemporary perspective to each mystery, exploring how changing attitudes to gender politics, class inequality, mental health and children can challenge our perceptions of the past and provide new answers to each mystery.
Season 3 Episode Guide
2 Episodes 2026
Episode 1
American Revolution
Tue, Apr 7, 2026
Lucy Worsley investigates the tensions and turning points that led to America's declaration of independence from Britain in 1776. With access to expert insights and original evidence, Lucy asks whether this explosive split could have been avoided.
Episode 1
American Revolution
Tue, Apr 7, 2026
Lucy Worsley investigates the tensions and turning points that led to America's declaration of independence from Britain in 1776. With access to expert insights and original evidence, Lucy asks whether this explosive split could have been avoided.
Episode 2
The American Revolution: A Messy Divorce
Tue, Apr 14, 2026
Lucy Worsley examines how the American Revolution reverberated in Britain. From sabotage to espionage, political turmoil transformed the empire. She consults experts and evidence to reveal this lesser-known side of the War of Independence.