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Status: Canceled
Network: Smithsonian Channel
Type: Documentary
Rating: 10.0/10
The Real Story
Overview
Discover the true stories involving very real people, places and events -- some known to the public, others hidden from it -- that went on to inspire some of Hollywood's biggest hits, most iconic heroes and notorious villains.
This production, originally released in 2008, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Documentary series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Documentary genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 10.0 across its 5 seasons.
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- • Explores themes within Documentary.
- • Produced in .
- • Original Language: English.
Seasons
Season 1
5 Episodes • Aired 2008-08-27
No season overview provided for this season.
Season 2
5 Episodes • Aired 2010-04-25
No season overview provided for this season.
Season 3
5 Episodes • Aired TBA
No season overview provided for this season.
Season 4
6 Episodes • Aired TBA
No season overview provided for this season.
Season 5
5 Episodes • Aired 2013-06-30
They've thrilled us, horrified us, and devastated us. They've raised questions about our past and given us hope for a brighter future. They are five of Hollywood's biggest hits, all works of fiction, but all inspired by real events more dramatic than anything a screenwriter could dream up. Join us as we go behind the scenes of "Live Free or Die Hard," "Scream," "Platoon," "The Da Vinci Code," and "Star Trek," and uncover the actual characters and true stories that inspired some of Hollywood's most famous blockbusters. Aired June July 2013