Tonight | Secret Weapons of China’s First Emperor on SBS: ancient military secrets revealed – Secret Weapons of China’s First Emperor premieres on SBS tonight with a documentary investigation into the arsenal buried with Qin Shi Huang.
The program gives history viewers a fresh point of entry into one of China’s most famous archaeological stories, looking beyond the Terracotta Warriors to the military power behind the empire.
What To Expect
The documentary explores the weapons, engineering and strategic thinking connected to the first Emperor’s burial complex.
By examining the hidden arsenal, the film considers how military innovation helped shape the Qin dynasty’s rise and the legacy left behind underground.
For viewers interested in archaeology and ancient warfare, it is a focused Sunday-night documentary built around discovery and empire.
The SBS broadcast gives the program a clear free-to-air window, while SBS on Demand keeps it available for catch-up. That combination suits documentaries and drama premieres, where viewers may want to return later or watch around other weekend commitments.
When To Watch
Secret Weapons of China’s First Emperor airs Sunday 9 August 2026 at 8.25pm on SBS and streams on SBS on Demand.
Don’t miss Secret Weapons of China’s First Emperor, Sunday 9 August 2026 at 8.25pm on SBS and streaming on SBS on Demand.
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