DNA Journey
Celebrities are given a unique insight into their lives using innovative DNA science and technology to trace their ancestors.
Seasons
1. Ant And Decs
Air Date: 2019-11-10
In episode one of this two part special, Ant and Dec take on their most personal journey yet, uncovering their family histories using a combination of DNA and genealogy.
2. Ant And Decs part 2
Air Date: 2019-11-11
Part two of two. Anthony McPartlin and Declan Donnelly embark on a journey to New York to follow the bloodlines of their mothers using DNA analysis and genealogy. There is a surprise for Dec as he finds out he has close family he never knew existed, while Ant's history takes him to the United Nations. After a whirlwind tour of the US, it's back to Ireland to investigate a family secret that Ant's family has been trying to unlock for years.
1. Jamie Redknapp and Freddie Flintoff
Air Date: 2021-03-10
Freddie Flintoff and Jamie Redknapp face a new kind of challenge - discovering each other's family history using DNA and genealogy.
2. Amanda Holden and Alan Carr
Air Date: 2021-03-17
TV personalities Amanda Holden and Alan Carr embrace their family history on a road trip that covers Cornwall, London, and Erith.
3. Martin and Roman Kemp
Air Date: 2021-03-24
Father and son duo Martin and Roman Kemp take a family road trip of a different kind, one that delves into their family history that spans North London and the North East.
1. Shaun Wallace and Anne Hegerty
Air Date: 2022-04-05
Chasers Anne Hegerty and Shaun Wallace set off on a quest to discover where they come from and unearth secrets from their past in a life changing and emotional voyage of discovery.
2. Maureen Lipman and Rula Lenska
Air Date: 2022-04-12
Actors Dame Maureen Lipman and Rula Lenska, who met on the set of Corrie, come together to embark on a journey to uncover their family history, despite their very different backgrounds.
3. Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean
Air Date: 2022-04-26
Olympic legends Torvill and Dean embark on a journey that brings them even closer, if that's possible. Chris discovers living relatives on his mum's side, and for Jayne, the origin of her sporting prowess is revealed by a connection to West Ham.
1. Rob Beckett and Romesh Ranganathan
Air Date: 2022-09-29
Comedians and best mates, Rob Beckett and Romesh Ranganathan, go on a road trip to find out about their family history using DNA and genealogy.
2. Alison Hammond and Kate Garraway
Air Date: 2022-10-06
Daytime queens Kate Garraway and Alison Hammond embark on a road trip to find out about their family histories using a mix of DNA and genealogy.
3. Joel Dommett and Tom Allen
Air Date: 2022-10-20
Old pals and fellow comedians, Joel Dommett and Tom Allen delve into their family histories as they take a road trip around the UK.
4. Alison Steadman and Larry Lamb
Air Date: 2022-11-04
Two Gavin and Stacey faves - Larry Lamb and Alison Steadman - embark on a road trip to find out their family history through DNA and genealogy.
5. John Bishop and Hugh Bonneville
Air Date: 2023-03-07
Downton Abbey star Hugh Bonneville and top UK comedian John Bishop cement an unlikely friendship on a road trip to discover their family histories.
6. Alex Brooker and Johnny Vegas
Air Date: 2023-03-14
Anarchic comedian Johnny Vegas and funnyman broadcaster Alex Brooker's DNA road trip sees them uncover trailblazers and a link to Jack the Ripper.
7. Neil Morrissey and Adrian Dunbar
Air Date: 2023-03-21
Line of Duty stars Neil Morrissey and Adrian Dunbar's friendship began on an audition day for a drama school - now they are seeking out their pasts.
8. Oti Mabuse and Motsi Mabuse
Air Date: 2023-03-28
Dancers and sisters Oti and Motsi Mabuse head off on a moving journey across their glorious homeland of South Africa to discover their extraordinary family history.
1. John Simm and Phil Glenister
Air Date: 2024-10-09
Actors John Simm and Philip Glenister don't expect some news that a DNA test reveals about John's dad while delving into their family histories.
2. Ricky Tomlinson and Sue Johnston
Air Date: 2024-10-16
The Royle Family stars Ricky Tomlinson and Sue Johnston use DNA and genealogy to reconnect with lost cousins and unearth long-held family secrets.
3. James Nesbitt and Sarah Parish
Air Date: 2024-10-23
Actors James Nesbitt and Sarah Parish learn about an educator who fought for working-class children to get an education and a First World War hero.
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Rating
6.0/10
Release Date
2019-11-10
Episodes
19 (5 seasons)
Status
Returning Series
Cast
Production Companies
Voltage TV