Modern Marvels

engineering · history · technology · innovation

Started way back. Modern Marvels first aired on History Channel in 1995, making it the channel's very first show and its longest-running program ever, still going strong after more than 30 years.

Explores everything. The show dives deep into science, technology, engineering, architecture, manufacturing, and agriculture, showing how the amazing things around us actually work and get made.

From past to present. Before becoming Modern Marvels, the show was called Time Machine when it aired on A&E starting in 1993, and it focused on uncovering the history behind the innovations we use today.

Reaches many viewers. The show has been broadcast on multiple channels including History2 and Story Television, bringing fascinating stories about human invention and engineering to audiences everywhere.

Shows how things work. Each episode reveals the clever engineering and hard work behind everyday objects and massive structures, from factories to bridges to farm equipment.