Behind the Screenplay
Lights, camera, action! We're pulling back the curtain on Hollywood's most captivating stories. Our mission? To uncover the real-life events that inspired your favorite films. From covert CIA operations to viral Twitter threads, we dive deep into the truth behind the scripts, separating fact from cinematic fiction.
I Am the Night
Explore the Black Dahlia murder mystery through 'I Am the Night'. Uncover Fauna Hodel's shocking family connection to one of America's most infamous unsolved crimes, shedding new light on the case.
Hatfields & McCoys: America's Most Famous Family Feud Uncovered
Explore the infamous Hatfield-McCoy feud that rocked Appalachia after the Civil War. Discover the origins of this legendary conflict, from property disputes to forbidden love, and its lasting impact on American folklore.
Hillsborough: The Tragic Truth Behind Football's Darkest Day
Explore the tragic events of April 15, 1989, at Hillsborough Stadium. Learn about the fateful Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest match, the disaster's causes, and its lasting impact on English football.
Gentleman Jack: The Secret Diaries of History's 'First Modern Lesbian'
Explore the hidden life of Anne Lister, the 19th-century 'first modern lesbian'. Discover her coded diaries, romantic relationships, and the TV series 'Gentleman Jack' that brought her remarkable story to light.
Genius: Picasso - The Women Behind the Artist's Masterpieces
Discover the influential women behind Pablo Picasso's iconic art. From Fernande Olivier to Marie-Thérèse Walter, explore how these muses shaped the master's style and subjects throughout his legendary career.
Fosse/Verdon: The Tumultuous Love Story Behind Broadway's Greatest Duo
Explore the passionate relationship of Bob Fosse and Gwen Verdon, Broadway's greatest duo. From their 1953 meeting to creating Chicago and Sweet Charity, discover how their tumultuous love story shaped musical theater history.
Feud: Bette and Joan - Hollywood's Most Infamous Rivalry Exposed
Explore the legendary rivalry between Bette Davis and Joan Crawford in "Feud: Bette and Joan". Uncover the dramatic clash that peaked during the filming of "What Ever Happened to Baby Jane?" and shaped Hollywood history.
Dr. Death: The Horrifying True Story of a Neurosurgeon Gone Rogue
Discover the chilling tale of Christopher Duntsch, aka "Dr. Death," a neurosurgeon who went from promising medical professional to convicted criminal. Learn how his malpractice shocked Texas and changed lives forever.
Dracula: Unveiling the Historical Vlad the Impaler
Explore the true story of Vlad the Impaler, the 15th-century Wallachian ruler who inspired Dracula. Uncover how this brutal Transylvanian prince's reputation transformed into the iconic vampire legend.
Dirty John: The True Con Artist Who Inspired a Podcast and Series
Uncover the shocking true story of John Meehan, the real 'Dirty John'. Learn how this master manipulator's web of lies inspired a hit podcast and Bravo series, revealing a chilling tale of deception and crime.
Devs: Silicon Valley's Quantum Leap into Determinism Explores Tech's Pursuit of Fate Control
Dive into Alex Garland's 'Devs' on FX, where quantum computing meets philosophy. Explore how this mind-bending series portrays Silicon Valley's ambitious pursuit of determinism and fate control through cutting-edge tech.
Des: Unmasking the Real Dennis Nilsen
Explore the chilling reality of Dennis Nilsen, the serial killer who inspired ITV's 'Des'. Uncover how this London murderer claimed at least 12 lives in the late 1970s, shocking Britain and changing criminal history.
Defending Jacob: A Prosecutor's Nightmare Unfolds
Explore the real-world roots of 'Defending Jacob'. Discover how William Landay's novel inspired Apple TV+'s intense series about a prosecutor's son accused of murder, challenging notions of family loyalty and justice.
Deadwood: The Real Wild West Figures Who Inspired the Series
Uncover the real historical figures that inspired HBO's 'Deadwood'. Explore how actual 1870s gold rush characters shaped this gritty Western drama, blending fact and fiction in South Dakota's lawless frontier town.
Catch-22: The WWII Airmen Who Inspired a Literary Classic
Explore the true WWII experiences behind 'Catch-22'. Discover how Joseph Heller's time as a B-25 bombardier transformed into a biting satire of military bureaucracy, shaping one of literature's greatest anti-war novels.
Catherine the Great: Separating Fact from Fiction in Royal Russia
Discover the real Catherine the Great beyond the scandals. Explore how this German princess became Russia's most powerful empress, transforming the nation and leaving a lasting legacy often overshadowed by myths.
Chernobyl Diaries: The Tragic Reality vs. Hollywood Horror
Explore the stark differences between 'Chernobyl Diaries' and the true aftermath of the 1986 disaster. Uncover how Hollywood horror distorts the real tragedy of Chernobyl and the ethics of disaster tourism.
Call the Midwife: The Real Nuns Who Delivered East London's Babies
Discover the real-life nuns behind BBC's 'Call the Midwife'. Explore how these brave women shaped healthcare in 1950s East London, inspiring the beloved series' heartwarming tales of community and childbirth.
Candy Montgomery: The Shocking True Crime Behind 'Candy'
Explore the shocking 1980 Texas axe murder case of Betty Gore that inspired Hulu's 'Candy'. Uncover the true story of Candy Montgomery and the suburban crime that stunned America.
Carnival Row: Victorian Fantasy or Historical Allegory?
Uncover the dual nature of Amazon's 'Carnival Row'. Explore how this fantasy series blends Victorian-era aesthetics with modern social issues, creating a unique allegory of immigration and prejudice through mythical beings.