Cursed Gold: A Shipwreck Scandal

Recounting the 1989 recovery of gold from the shipwrecked S.S. Central America and expedition leader Tommy Thompson's ensuing legal turmoil.

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Returning Series

Original Name

Cursed Gold: A Shipwreck Scandal

First Air Date

August 20, 2024

Last Air Date

August 23, 2024

Seasons

Episodes

Language

English

Production Companies

BBC Studios Specialist Factual Productions BBC Studios Productions

Networks

National Geographic

S01E03

The Manhunt

Tommy Thompson fails to appear in court. US Marshals are determined to get hold of him to locate the missing gold and launch a manhunt. Tommy's health begins to deteriorate while on the run.

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