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The UnBelievable with Dan Aykroyd
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Did you know that a brown bear became a war hero for the Allies during WWII? Or that a flying lawnmower once killed a spectator at a football game? What about the story of the 19th century doctor who ate vomit to understand how yellow fever is transmitted?If you haven't, then brace yourself for The UnBelievable with Dan Aykroyd.Each hour-long episode will open up our cabinet of curiosities to reveal the strangest-but-true stories in human history, brought to life through dynamic recreation, compelling graphics, and arresting archival. These seemingly tall tales all actually happened, and our cast of experts dives into the historical record to tell you how and why.It's a bizarro barrage of people, places and events that prove just how weird our world can be.
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Season 110 episodes · 2023
- 01 Strange Places Sat 2 Dec 2023 Shipwrecks, plane crashes, disappearances, and UFO sightings, oh my! This episode explores the Lake Michigan Triangle and many other wild and weird places, including a creepy doll-filled island with a dark past, deadly gas-filled explosive lakes, caves that harbor deadly viruses, and the most haunted place in the U.S.
- 02 Bizarre Deaths Sat 9 Dec 2023 In Boston, a 25-foot tidal wave of molasses; a dancing plague that kills 100 people; a surgery with a 300% mortality rate; searching the globe for the strangest and most bizarre deaths on record.
- 03 Astonishing Bodies Sat 16 Dec 2023 From a headless chicken that lives over one year, to an out-of-this-world "celestial body" where it rains molten glass...We explore the most astonishing bodies through these truly unbelievable stories. Here are the true tales of not only the tallest human ever measured, but also the shortest person on record. What about the man who survived an iron bar through his head, or a Medusa-like body of water that turns its victims to stone? Brace yourself for the extraordinary.
- 04 Weird Weapons Sat 23 Dec 2023 Did you ever wonder what it would be like to get attacked by a million bats with tiny bombs strapped to their chests? What about inflatable tanks, robot assassins, bazooka Vespas, war dolphins...The list of outrageous weapons goes on! These weapons, and others, pushed the boundaries of "possible" in the weirdest ways ever.
- 05 Outlandish Inventions Wed 3 Jan 2024 Looking at outlandish inventions; a full-body gas mask for babies; Smell-o-Vision; a robot powered by eating slugs; inflatable airplanes; hidden cameras in contact lenses; coffin security systems.
- 06 Superhumans Sat 6 Jan 2024 A blind man who uses bat-like powers of echolocation to navigate his surroundings; a samurai with reflexes faster than a speeding bullet; a man who's immune to electrocution.
- 07 Unusual Rituals Sat 13 Jan 2024 Human bones as a "miracle cure" for gout; living mummies buried alive; a truly bizarre Victorian way to lose weight -- with tapeworms; from daily rites to once-in-a-lifetime rituals, the stranger side of human nature is revealed in these rituals.
- 08 Strange Experiments Sat 20 Jan 2024 Monkey glands for immortality, hypnotized assassins, and a brain-linked cyborg couple. We investigate some of the strangest experiments on record. From two-headed dogs and testicle transplants...These are the bizarre but real experiments that boggle the mind. Prepare to be astounded--and a little grossed out.
- 09 What Lies Beneath Sat 3 Feb 2024 Sometimes the strangest things on Earth...are happening just below its surface. From tunnels carved by giant sloths to desperate attempts to stop the dead from rising again--these are the weird and wonderous tales of the sea beasts, hidden cities and impossible creatures that lurk beneath us.
- 10 Surviving the Impossible Sat 10 Feb 2024 Imagine free falling 30,000 feet without a parachute, or being buried alive and living to tell the tale. Or... what about getting trapped in a tiny room inside a sunken ship on the ocean floor...For three days? These are improbable yet true-life tales of surviving the most extraordinary conditions.
Season 220 episodes · 2024
- 01 It Came From Above Sat 16 Nov 2024 Have you ever wondered about the most bizarre things that have fallen from the sky? From meteorites to seafood, and even bathtubs, these are some truly unbelievable stories of what comes from above. Don't believe it? Just look up!
- 02 Sweet Revenge Sat 23 Nov 2024 I'm sure you've heard of an eye for an eye, but have you heard about some of the sweetest stories of revenge? Like the one about a man in Colorado that uses a "killdozer" to settle a zoning dispute or another about an Emperor who pickles his wife's lover? This episode explores unbelievable vengeance seekers who take things maybe a little, well… too far.
- 03 Fantastic Beings Sat 30 Nov 2024 Have you heard about the warrior bear who helped the allies win WWII? Or how about the real-life hobbit humans in ancient Indonesia? What if I told you gerbils were recruited to fight crime in Canadian jails? This episode explores the unbelievable stories of the planet's most fantastic beings.
- 04 Unusual Places Sat 7 Dec 2024 Imagine a city where the commute requires a zipline, or a town crawling with some strange monkeys, and even a spot that holds a beautiful waterfall that spews blood. Get your passports ready, as we take a tour of the most unusual places in history.
- 05 A Thousand Ways to Die Sat 14 Dec 2024 Did you know beards can be deadly? Or that a lawnmower once killed a spectator at a football game? What if I told you someone died from drinking too much water? These are just some of the wild and crazy deaths...that are truly unbelievable.
- 06 Bizarre Innovations Sat 21 Dec 2024 Some of history's most brilliant innovations are also the most bizarre. Like a fully functioning car that hovers in midair. Or clothing made out of everyone's favorite source of calcium. How about a robot dog that breathes fire? These are the tales of history's most bizarre inventions.
- 07 Strange Games Sat 28 Dec 2024 From the unexpectedly gruesome sport of toe wrestling to a tight competition between the world's ugliest pets, or even the harrowing origins of some of our favorite schoolyard faceoffs, we're exploring the world of strange games, each one more bizarre than the next.
- 08 Unconventional Weapons Sat 4 Jan 2025 We've heard the tales of great wars fought with groundbreaking weaponry, but what about everything else in between? From missiles manned by pigeons to a helmet outfitted with firearms, to an incendiary device made to look like one of America's favorite pastimes. These are the stories of unconventional weapons, each more unbelievable than the next.
- 09 Odd Jobs Sat 18 Jan 2025 This episode explores the strangest and most ghastly gigs ever. From night soil men cleaning excrement off the streets of Victorian London to professional mourners hired to weep at funerals, to the intrepid deer urine collectors. These are the most unbelievable jobs in history!
- 10 Against All Odds Sat 25 Jan 2025 Some of the world's most valiant figures overcome the most treacherous, impossible, and downright bizarre circumstances. Like a man who survives the apocalypse, or a woman involved in not one, but three maritime disasters. And, a cat that proves to be unsinkable in battle. These are the stories of survival, success, and reunion...against all odds.
- 11 Outrageous Experiments Sat 1 Feb 2025 Would you believe that the beginnings of modern endoscopy were really all thanks to one professional sword-swallower? Or that lack of sleep could have some strange upsides? What about drinking vomit in the name of science? These are the stories of the most bizarre, unthinkable, and outrageous experiments in history.
- 12 Extraordinary Journeys Sat 5 Apr 2025 Many say it's not about the destination, but the journey that gets you there. From a dog's space voyage to a harrowing story of Arctic survival, to various trips through time…these are the journeys so extraordinary that they are truly unbelievable.
- 13 Peculiar Punishments Sat 12 Apr 2025 One-of-a-kind crimes are often met with one-of-a-kind punishments. Like a pig whose bloody rampage lands itself in the courtroom, or a music enthusiast whose wall-rattling beats subject them to hours of classical symphonies. And a drunkard whose public intoxication turns them into public entertainment. These peculiar punishments all prove to have one thing in common...they are completely unbelievable.
- 14 Weird Discoveries Sat 19 Apr 2025 History is riddled with brilliant, life-changing discoveries--from gold, to lost treasures, to scientific findings. But, some discoveries are anything but ordinary. Like severed feet on a beach, or finding evidence of a tiny otherworldly creature. Each discovery is weirder than the last, and uniquely unbelievable.
- 15 Unexpected Spectacles Sat 26 Apr 2025 Imagine a man floating through the sky by dozens of balloons, all attached to a single lawn chair. Or, a circus conducted by a team of performers only visible via magnifying glass. How about a cycling grandpa that proves to be no match for his youthful counterparts? These are the tales of history's most unbelievable, strange, and completely unexpected spectacles.
- 16 Extraordinary Traditions Sat 3 May 2025 From riding massive tree trunks down a treacherous slope, to hosting a barrage of monkeys for an all-you-can-eat buffet, to a food fight of epic proportions. These are the stories of history's most bizarre and extraordinary traditions.
- 17 Astonishing Escapes Sat 10 May 2025 We've heard the tales of successful prison breaks, but these aren't your average escapes. From a man who frees himself all thanks to a stone fruit, to a Soviet pilot that evades capture by stealing the enemy's plane. Or, a primate that refuses to stay put. These are the stories of escapes that are sure to leave you in utter disbelief.
- 18 Odd Dwellings Sat 17 May 2025 Everyone's favorite place to be is comfortably at home, but what if your home was actually one of the most bizarre dwellings in history? From calling Veteran's Stadium home, to setting up camp in an airport terminal, to turning an unassuming dumpster into a luxurious abode. Each of these dwellings are so beyond odd, that they are truly unbelievable.
- 19 Strange Afflictions Sat 24 May 2025 A trip to the doctor is sure to cure any afflicted individual, but what happens when even the doctors are stunned by what they see? From a family cursed with blue skin, to a girl allergic to the world's most unlimited resource, to a plague that keeps people laughing until they can't laugh anymore. Discover some of the most unique, most enigmatic, and most unbelievable afflictions in history.
- 20 Curious Crimes Sat 31 May 2025 Stealing grandma's purse, your run-of-the-mill bank robbery, or hijacking a car all seem like child's play when it comes to history's most bizarre crimes. A robber successfully snatching Einstein's brain? A thief who makes out with hundreds of dollars all while dressed as Santa Claus? Or, what about the high price to pay for littering...in space? These are some of history's most curious crimes.
Season 320 episodes · 2025
- 01 Strange Sightings Sat 8 Nov 2025 They say seeing is believing but these sightings will make you question everything. From stone-throwing jungle apes to swarms of sinister clowns stalking the suburbs, to skies raining down murderous birds, these are the strange encounters that leave the experts scratching their heads.
- 02 Freak Accidents Sat 15 Nov 2025 Accidents happen all the time, but every so often, a few defy logic and leave the world stunned.
- 03 Shocking Missions Sat 22 Nov 2025 History is full of legendary missions--but some are so bizarre, they sound like fiction.
- 04 Astonishing Feats Sat 29 Nov 2025 History is full of people pushing the limits, but some are more astonishing than others.
- 05 Man vs. Nature Sat 6 Dec 2025 Mother Nature may be breathtaking—but she doesn't always play nice.
- 06 Outlandish Ideas Sat 13 Dec 2025 When the world throws a bizarre problem your way… sometimes the solution is even more ridiculous.
- 07 Dodging Death Sat 20 Dec 2025 A brush with death is terrifying enough—but these stories take survival to the extreme.
- 08 Unusual Pastimes Sat 27 Dec 2025 The stories of history's most unusual pastimes, some fascinating, some dangerous, but each of them completely unbelievable.
- 09 Strangest Places Sat 3 Jan 2026 The world is full of strange and mind-bending places, but some take the cake.
- 10 Wildest Weapons Sat 10 Jan 2026 Weapons rank among humanity's most powerful—and wildest—inventions.
- 11 Spectacular Cons Sat 7 Mar 2026 History is full of miracle cures, far-fetched products, and astonishing feats, but not all of them are legitimate.
- 12 Strange Machines Sat 14 Mar 2026 From the kitchen to the battlefield, some machines are just too strange to believe. Like an appliance that runs on pup power. Or a mouse trap so deadly, you need a permit to own one.
- 13 Unimaginable Disasters Sat 21 Mar 2026 When we think of disasters, we picture hurricanes, earthquakes, or floods. But some catastrophes defy even our wildest expectations.
- 14 Out of This World Sat 4 Apr 2026 This episode dives into the unbelievable stories that challenge what we think we know about our place in the universe.
- 15 When Darkness Falls Sat 11 Apr 2026 When the sun sets, strange things come alive. Imagine a full-scale war waged against thousands of invading frogs, an artist who only paints while sleepwalking, and battlefield wounds that literally glow in the dark.
- 16 Unlikely Heroes Sat 18 Apr 2026 These are the wild, unexpected stories of heroes you'd never see coming.
- 17 Odd Origins Sat 25 Apr 2026 Uncover the wild beginnings behind everyday objects, legendary figures, and even the sayings we use every day.
- 18 Most Astonishing Creatures Sat 2 May 2026 Some of Earth's most remarkable creatures push the limits of belief — from a headless chicken who toured the nation, to a goat who tipped the scales of war, to dolphins drafted into Cold War espionage.
- 19 Maddest Minds Sat 9 May 2026 From a doctor who swallowed Yellow Fever vomit to prove a theory, to another who stitched together a two-headed dog, history's boldest experiments reveal just how far some minds will go.
- 20 Most Shocking Dances with Death Sat 16 May 2026 What drives someone to gamble with their own life? From a French tailor who leaps off the Eiffel Tower to a man struck by lightning more times than should be humanly possible, these perilous wagers with death are as shocking as they are unbelievable.
Season 48 episodes · 2026
- 01 Epic Fails Sat 3 Oct 2026 In the premiere episode, "Epic Fails" Dan Aykroyd explores a miracle cure with a deadly catch, a romantic gesture that explodes in a president's face and a simple home repair that spirals wildly out of control. Sometimes the biggest disasters begin with the best intentions.
- 02 Peculiar Places Sat 10 Oct 2026 A bleeding house. A near-boiling river. A desert of unexplained encounters. These are the most peculiar places on Earth.
- 03 Incredible Spectacles Sat 17 Oct 2026 From donkey baseball and octopus wrestling to a scientist who swallows uranium, these are the jaw-dropping spectacles that left crowds in awe.
- 04 Astonishing Beings Sat 24 Oct 2026 From a baboon who becomes the most reliable employee at a 19th-century train station, to a Moulin Rouge performer who builds a career on controlled flatulence.These are the stories of beings so strange, so spectacular…they're unbelievable.
- 05 Super Secret Weapons Airs Sat 7 Nov 2026
- 06 Wild Encounters Airs Sat 14 Nov 2026
- 07 Unfathomable Face-offs Airs Sat 21 Nov 2026
- 08 Most Mischievous Airs Sat 28 Nov 2026
