THE HISTORY(R) CHANNEL ORDERS NEW NONFICTION SERIES "THE UNBELIEVABLE WITH DAN AYKROYD" (WORKING TITLE) HOSTED BY ACTOR, MUSICIAN AND ENTREPRENEUR DAN AYKROYD AND EXPLORING THE MOST EXTRAORDINARY AND UNUSUAL TRUE STORIES IN HUMAN HISTORY
New York, NY - March 8, 2023 - The HISTORY(R) Channel greenlights the new, one-hour nonfiction
series "The UnBelievable with Dan Aykroyd" (working title) hosted by award-winning actor,
comedian, writer, and producer Dan Aykroyd. From fantastic people and creatures to strange places and
outlandish inventions, the ten-episode series will reveal the 'Who?' 'Why?' and 'How?' surrounding
some of human history's most extraordinary and astonishing tales.
"In my life's journey I have found that everyone loves logic defying stories. And, in this series we will be
laying out a range of the most unusual tales ever known," said Dan Aykroyd. "As a long time, avid
watcher of The HISTORY Channel, I am excited to partner with their superb research staff and excellent
program makers to present human history's 100% true jaw-dropping mindblowers. 'The UnBelievable'
promises to be stimulating and entertaining television."
"Some of the most peculiar people and unusual things that ever existed in history occurred right in our
own backyard, and The HISTORY Channel is thrilled to have Dan Aykroyd at the helm to help bring
these stories to life," said Eli Lehrer, Executive Vice President and Head of Programming for The
HISTORY Channel. "We can't wait for viewers to go on this exploratory journey and see firsthand how
truth is often much stranger than fiction."
For generations, scientists and historians have been fascinated to uncover the truth behind some of the
world's most bizarre, real-life occurrences. Hosted by Aykroyd and featuring dynamic visuals, archival
images, and expert interviews, "The UnBelievable with Dan Aykroyd" (w.t.) will uncover some of the
most mysterious and bizarre inventions, creatures, people, and things throughout history. From a 440-
pound Syrian bear turned military soldier to a man who survived being shot through the head with a 43-
inch iron bar, the stories may appear unbelievable, but they are 100% true.
"The UnBelievable with Dan Aykroyd" (w.t.) is produced for The HISTORY Channel by Six West
MediaTM group. Steve Ascher, Matt Pearl and Kristy Sabat serve as executive producers for Six West
MediaTM group. Dan Aykroyd is also an executive producer. Brooke Townsend, Mike Stiller, and Mary
E. Donahue serve as executive producers for The HISTORY Channel.
A+E Networks holds worldwide distribution rights to "The UnBelievable with Dan Aykroyd" (w.t.).
About The HISTORY(R) Channel
The HISTORY(R) channel, a division of A+E Networks, is the premier destination for historical
storytelling. From best-in-class documentary events to a signature slate of industry leading
nonfiction series and premium fact-based scripted programming, The HISTORY(R) Channel
serves as the most trustworthy source of informational entertainment in media. The HISTORY(R)
Channel has been named the #1 U.S. TV network in buzz for seven consecutive years by
YouGov BrandIndex, and a top favorite TV network by Beta Research Corporation. For a deeper
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