Fake or Fortune?

Fake or Fortune? season 13 on BBC One
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Season 13:
Ended on August 25, 2025
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Season: 13
# Air Date Episode Name Watched?
E1 Jul 21, 2025 The Mystery of Churchill’s Garden
E2 Jul 28, 2025 A Tale of Two Renoirs
E3 Aug 04, 2025 A Modern Masterpiece for £35?
E4 Aug 11, 2025 Portrait of a Lady - in Pittsburgh?
E5 Aug 18, 2025 What Happened Next? A Double Whodunnit
E6 Aug 25, 2025 What Happened Next? Helen McNicoll
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Late Summer / Autumn

Fake or Fortune? has maintained a steady Annual rhythm for 13 years, typically returning in August. Since its debut in 2011, the series has evolved from a niche art investigation into a high-stakes cornerstone of the BBC One factual lineup. The program has reached significant longevity milestones, consistently delivering high ratings by blending forensic science with provenance research. Over more than a decade, it has served as a reliable anchor for the network, usually occupying a prime-time Sunday evening slot to bridge the gap between summer programming and the heavy autumn schedule.

Confidence: 92% Last Refined: March 2026
Why Watch:
"Forensic science meets high-stakes auction drama, proving that the paper trail is often just as thrilling as the painting itself."
Series Analysis:
The difference between a masterwork and a worthless copy often comes down to a single brushstroke. Fake or Fortune? turns dusty attics into scenes of forensic inquiry, with Fiona Bruce and Philip Mould hunting for the truth hidden beneath layers of varnish. Following a season finale that showcased some of the team's toughest challenges, the current silence regarding a renewal feels as tense as the final verdict at an auction block. While the BBC deliberates on the future of these art world detectives, provenance is everything. To ensure you catch the appraisal on the show's potential return, setting a reminder now is the smartest investment you can make.
Tone: Forensic, Cultured, High-stakes Last Updated: March 2026
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Network:
BBC One
Seasons:
13
Years:
2011 - 2025
Genre:
Documentary, Mystery, History
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