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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Documentary
Crime
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First Aired on

Aug 20, 2024

1 seaons till Aug 23, 2024

Popularity: 0.5492
1 votes
Networks
(US)
Production

BBC Studios Specialist Factual Productions (GB)BBC Studios Productions (GB)

Status: Returning Series

In Production

Last episode: The Manhunt

Seasons & episodes

Total 1 seasons, 3 episodes

Season 1

Aired

3 Episodes
  • Episode 1Impossible Riches42 min

    A maverick scientist assembles a renegade team of experts to attempt the seemingly impossible salvaging a gold-laden shipwreck from the deep ocean.

  • Episode 2Follow the Money42 min

    Tommy's discovery makes him an American hero. But his fortunes change as lawyers lay claim to the newfound gold, leaving his investors empty-handed.

  • Episode 3The Manhunt42 min

    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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