The first series of the British programme Dragon's Den aired on BBC Two.
BBC Two was the programme's original home when the series launched in 2005. The channel was widely associated with factual, documentary and specialist programming, making it a natural fit for a business format centred on entrepreneurship and investment decisions.
Dragon's Den later became a major BBC brand, but its original BBC Two identity is an important detail in the show's history. The channel is sometimes confused with BBC One because successful BBC Two programmes can become nationally prominent. The programme's title, panel format and direct negotiations helped it stand out among British factual entertainment shows, while its channel placement reflected its business-focused premise.