Bonekickers
Overview
Bonekickers, a BBC drama that premiered on July 8, 2008, follows a team of archaeologists at the fictional Wessex University. Crafted by Matthew Graham and Ashley Pharoah, known for Life on Mars and Ashes to Ashes, the show blends crime procedural elements with archaeological adventure, as aptly described by Adrian Lester—“CSI meets Indiana Jones.” The six-episode run delves into science, conspiracy theories, and a central mystery. Filming predominantly took place in Bath, Somerset, capturing stunning locations like the University of Bath and Brean Down Fort. Unfortunately, the series was canceled after its first season.
Episodes
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1
Army of God
While digging up the remains of medieval soldiers from the Crusades, archaeologist Gillian Magwilde and her team stumble into peril when their finding...
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3
The Eternal Fire
The team uncovers hidden chambers beneath the city of Bath, dating back to Celtic times. These ancient spaces reveal a poignant love story between a q...
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4
The Cradle of Civilisation
Gillian's former partner, an archaeologist from Iraq, arrives in Bath with the intention of reclaiming some stolen Iraqi artifacts.
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5
The Lines of War
In France, a British tank from World War One is discovered, with some remains still inside. This unearthed relic ignites tensions between the Germans ...
