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Episode 30 June 2024

Stephen Fry embarks on a fascinating journey to discover the stories behind some of the world’s most fantastic beasts.\n\nMythical creatures have fascinated us for thousands of years, but why are we still captivated by these mythological beasts, even in this modern age of science and technology? With the help of scientists, historians, writers and film-makers, Stephen finds out why the world of magical animals is more popular today than ever before.\n\nBy digging for dragons, meeting distant relatives of the unicorn or swimming with an unlikely inspiration for mermaids, Stephen uncovers the secrets behind some of our best-loved mythical creatures, and reveals the real-life beasts that have inspired some of the greatest legends in history, from rhinos to narwhals, vervet monkeys to manatees. \n\nThese are the stories of the world’s most fantastic beasts.

Source: BBC 1