Richard Knight was an unlikely treasure hunter. He travelled the world working as an actor, cruise ship entertainer and casual labourer to make ends meet. But when he became obsessed by the story of Captain Kidd’s treasure his life changed forever.
Myth Hunters tells the story of the real life quests for some of history's greatest legends. From the Nazis' search for the Holy Grail, to the Americans who hunted for pirate treasure in Vietnam; from the true story of the crystal skulls to the mystery of King Solomon's mines - this series uncovers the truth behind some of the most fabulous, romantic and deranged treasure hunts in modern history.