The UnBelievable with Dan Aykroyd

The UnBelievable with Dan Aykroyd

Each episode opens up a cabinet of curiosities to reveal the strangest-but-true stories in human history, brought to life through dynamic recreation, compelling graphics, and arresting archival. From Boston’s Great Molasses Flood to a man who survived being struck by lightning not once, not twice, but SEVEN times, these seemingly tall tales all actually happened, and our cast of experts dives into the historical record to tell you how and why.

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Status

Returning Series

Original Name

The UnBelievable with Dan Aykroyd

First Air Date

December 1, 2023

Last Air Date

April 25, 2025

Seasons

2

Episodes

25

Language

English

Production Companies

Six West MediaHistory

Networks

History

S02E15

Unexpected Spectacles

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.

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