DIY SOS vs The Rise and Fall of the Maya
DIY SOS has the higher audience score (10/10 against 8.3/10 for The Rise and Fall of the Maya). DIY SOS is the older of the two (1999 against 2023). Both are documentary shows, so they suit a similar mood.
DIY SOS
The Rise and Fall of the Maya| DIY SOS | The Rise and Fall of the Maya | |
|---|---|---|
| Audience score | ★ 10.0/10 | ★ 8.3/10 |
| Year | 1999 | 2023 |
| Seasons | 28 | 1 |
| Genres | Documentary | Documentary |
| Country | GB | – |
| Creator / director | Colin May, Matthew Skilton | Claire Denavarre, Fabrice Buysschaert |
| Main cast | Billy Byrne, Chris Frediani, Nick Knowles, Gaby Blackman, Radha Sivyer | – |
Synopsis
DIY SOS
DIY SOS is a British DIY television series made for the BBC, presented by Nick Knowles. The first episode was broadcast on 7 October 1999 and the show is still airing today. As well as being a DIY programme it also features comic relief from the cast.
The Rise and Fall of the Maya
Despite decades of research, many mysteries remain about the ancient Maya. Now, archaeologists are unearthing new clues that transform long held ideas about how these people came to dominate vast areas of Mexico and Central America. Through immense lost monuments, ancient inscriptions and new forensic evidence, this series tracks the Maya from their earliest origins all the way to the present day, unlocking the dark secrets of the rise and fall…
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