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Secrets of Britain

Secrets of Britain

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Documentary

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The enormous popularity of recent British dramas such as Downton Abbey, Mr. Selfridge, and Sherlock, has led to vast interest in the real-life stories and history of the icons of Great Britain. Each episode of this series visits a famous British building or institution to explore its past and present, meeting a wide range of experts and historians along the way.

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Budget

$--

Revenue

$--

Status

Ended

Original Language

English

Runtime

mins

Rating

6.5/10

Release Date

02 September 2025

Country

United Kingdom

Cast

Samuel West

Samuel West

Himself - Narrator

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