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NOVA S52E17 — Ancient Desert Death Trap
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NOVA•Season 52•Episode 17

Ancient Desert Death Trap

7.1/10 · 52 votesOct 22, 202553 min

Ranked #17 of 20 in Season 52•−0.2 vs season avg

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Archaeologists investigate dozens of strange Stone Age megastructures in the Arabian desert. They're so big that their true form is visible only from the air, yet these giant structures were built by a mysterious people 9000 years ago.

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Episode Summary

"Ancient Desert Death Trap" is episode 17 of NOVA season 52. It scored 7.1/10 from 52 votes, ranking #17 of 20 episodes this season (season average 7.3). It aired on October 22, 2025.

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