The UnBelievable with Dan Aykroyd

The UnBelievable with Dan Aykroyd

RETURNING3 Seasons49 Episodes6.1
NetworkHistory
First AiredDec 1, 2023
Last AiredApr 3, 2026
Runtime41 min

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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Cast

Dan Aykroyd
Dan Aykroyd
Self - Host
Adam Richman
Adam Richman
Self - TV Host/Historian

Seasons & Episodes3 seasons · 49 episodes

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Strange Sightings
E1Strange Sightings
Nov 7, 202540m
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.
Freak Accidents
E2Freak Accidents
Nov 14, 202541m
Accidents happen all the time, but every so often, a few defy logic and leave the world stunned.
Shocking Missions
E3Shocking Missions
Nov 21, 202541m
History is full of legendary missions--but some are so bizarre, they sound like fiction.
Astonishing Feats
E4Astonishing Feats
Nov 28, 202541m
History is full of people pushing the limits, but some are more astonishing than others.
Man vs. Nature
E5Man vs. Nature
Dec 5, 202541m
Mother Nature may be breathtaking—but she doesn't always play nice.
Outlandish Ideas
E6Outlandish Ideas
Dec 12, 202541m
When the world throws a bizarre problem your way… sometimes the solution is even more ridiculous.
Dodging Death
E7Dodging Death
Dec 19, 202540m
A brush with death is terrifying enough—but these stories take survival to the extreme.
Unusual Pastimes
E8Unusual Pastimes
Dec 26, 202541m
The stories of history's most unusual pastimes, some fascinating, some dangerous, but each of them completely unbelievable.
Strangest Places
E9Strangest Places
Jan 2, 202640m
The world is full of strange and mind-bending places, but some take the cake
Wildest Weapons
E10Wildest Weapons
Jan 9, 202641m
Weapons rank among humanity's most powerful—and wildest—inventions.
Spectacular Cons
E11Spectacular Cons
Mar 6, 202641m
History is full of miracle cures, far-fetched products, and astonishing feats, but not all of them are legitimate. A miracle snake oil that cures all? A piece of the Brooklyn Bridge for sale? A marathon-winner who crosses the finish line without hardly breaking a sweat? These are the stories of some of history's most spectacular cons, each deception more unbelievable than the last.
Strange Machines
E12Strange Machines
Mar 13, 202641m
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.
Unimaginable Disasters
E13Unimaginable Disasters
Mar 20, 202641m
When we think of disasters, we picture hurricanes, earthquakes, or floods. But some catastrophes defy even our wildest expectations.
Out of this World
E14Out of this World
Apr 3, 202641m
This episode dives into the unbelievable stories that challenge what we think we know about our place in the universe.
When Darkness Falls
E15When Darkness Falls
Apr 10, 202641m
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. These bizarre and unbelievable moments all have one thing in common--they happen only when darkness falls.
Unlikely Heroes
E16Unlikely Heroes
Apr 17, 202641m
These are the wild, unexpected stories of heroes you’d never see coming.
Odd Origins
E17Odd Origins
Apr 24, 202640m
Uncover the wild beginnings behind everyday objects, legendary figures, and even the sayings we use every day.
E18
E18Most Astonishing Creatures
May 1, 202642m
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.
E19
E19Maddest MindsUPCOMING
May 8, 202642m

About The UnBelievable with Dan Aykroyd

The UnBelievable with Dan Aykroyd is a documentary series on History. The show first aired on Dec 1, 2023 and currently has 3 seasons and 49 episodes. The UnBelievable with Dan Aykroyd has been renewed and is returning for more episodes. The next episode airs on May 1, 2026. It has a rating of 6.1/10 based on 15 votes. The cast includes Dan Aykroyd, Adam Richman.

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