Monkman & Seagull to return with second BBC series

Monkman & Seagull are to reunite for further adventures on BBC Two.

“I am delighted to once more embark on a journey of discovery with my friend Bobby. The years from 1750 to 1900 were a time of immense scientific change. Many of the advances in this period began in Britain. I eagerly await the opportunity to explore these breakthroughs as well as the personalities that made them possible.” – Eric Monkman

The three-part-series, Monkman & Seagull’s Genius Guide To The Age Of Invention has recently entered production and follows Bobby Seagull and Eric Monkman as they delve into Britain’s history in search of the ‘firsts’ that define this ground-breaking period in British history. The best friends, who found fame on University Challenge, begin their time-travelling journey in 1750 at the start of the Industrial Revolution, investigating the greatest breakthroughs in science and technology up until the end of Queen Victoria’s reign in 1900.

Feeding their curiosity once more, Monkman and Seagull will explore the various revolutionary developments and follow in the footsteps of the genius minds of history. They will conquer mountains, take to the skies to honour the great pioneers of British flight and celebrate one of the unsung heroes of the industrial revolution – cement. The duo will also be recreating iconic experiments such as calculating the weight of the earth, all in the name of eighteenth century science.

Each of the three editions will be transmitted in an hour long slot on BBC Two, an air date is yet to be decided.

“I am so excited to reacquaint with my Canadian pal Eric Monkman to explore the wonderful ideas and inventions that spurred the advancement and development of Britain. Another joyous adventure of science, history and maybe some biscuits.” – Bobby Seagull