Is The Great Stink of 1858 coming back?

The Great Stink of 1858's return is unconfirmed. The show last aired its most recent episode on February 17, 2023, and there is no scheduled new season at this time.

This documentary series, which premiered on February 16, 2023, explores historical events in London, focusing on the summer of 1858 when an intense heatwave caused a terrible stench to rise from the River Thames. Hosted by Dr. Xand van Tulleken, the series examines how this environmental crisis impacted the city and led to significant sanitation reforms.

Dr. Xand van Tulleken stars as the presenter. The show has a runtime of 60 minutes per episode and has aired a total of 2 episodes in its first season.