Tattoo Hunter

2014 • Discovery Channel
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Season 1 episodes (9)

1 Hawaii
26/11/14
Season-only
Tattoo anthropologist Lars Krutak goes to Hawaii to learn about ancient Polynesian culture and endure rites of initiation in his quest for an authentic Hawaiian tattoo.
2 Philippines
03/12/14
Season-only
The 'Tattoo Hunter', Lars Krutak, ventures to the remote mountains of the Philippines in search of the tattoo of the Kalinga head-hunters.
3 Thailand
08/12/14
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Anthropologist Lars Krutak goes to Thailand to obtain a mystical tattoo, believed by some to impart magical powers to all who wear it.
4 Papua New Guinea
04/12/14
Season-only
The 'Tattoo Hunter' goes to Papua New Guinea in his quest to become the first outsider to survive the blood rites of the Kaningara tribe and earn the right to wear their tattoo.
5 Mozambique
23/11/14
Season-only
As he continues his investigation into ancient body modification rituals from around the world, Lars Krutak journeys to Mozambique in search of a forbidden tattoo.
6 Indonesia
23/11/14
Season-only
As he continues to seek the meaning behind sacred traditions that date back thousands of years, Tattoo Hunter Lars Krutak treks deep into the jungles of Indonesia.
7 Brazil
23/11/14
Season-only
As he continues to investigate unique customs including tattooing and scarification practices, Lars Krutak ventures deep into the jungles of Brazil in search of a cannibal tribe.
8 Benin
23/11/14
Season-only
In the West African nation of Benin, 'Tattoo Hunter' Lars Krutak meets the masters of ritual scarification and watches them ply their bloody craft on his own skin.
9 Ethiopia
23/11/14
Season-only
In southern Ethiopia, 'Tattoo Hunter' Lars Krutak participates in bloody rituals and obtains a tattoo normally reserved for the fiercest tribal warriors.

About this show

'Tattoo Hunter' follows tattoo anthropologist Lars Krutak as he investigates body modification rituals from around the world. Witness the stunning artwork that people have adorned on their bodies. Join Lars as he uncovers the rich heritage behind this ancient art form.

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5.0
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