Drunk History
Overview
Historical events come to life through the humorous lens of intoxicated narrators in this engaging series. A-list celebrities bring vivid reenactments to the screen, transforming both well-known and obscure tales from America’s past into hilarious, unforgettable performances. With each episode, viewers are treated to a blend of education and entertainment, as the unique storytelling perspective reveals the quirks and quirks of history. Expect laughter and surprises as familiar moments unfold in unexpected ways, leaving a lasting impression on how we view the past.
Episodes
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1
Washington D.C.
Investigative journalists Woodward and Bernstein uncover the Watergate scandal, leading to a significant political upheaval. Meanwhile, brothers Edwi...
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Chicago
In this episode, Al Capone faces an unexpected downfall due to a straightforward issue, while Abraham Lincoln experiences a fortunate turn of events....
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3
Atlanta
John Pemberton creates Coca-Cola by blending wine and cocaine, leading to a revolutionary beverage. Meanwhile, the F.B.I. launches an operation to und...
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4
Boston
Mary Dyer takes a stand against the rigid Puritan regime, while two clever criminals execute an audacious art theft worth $500 million. Meanwhile, th...
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5
San Francisco
Patty Hearst is abducted and subjected to intense brainwashing, while Mark Twain escapes the city, inadvertently stumbling upon the inspiration for hi...
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Detroit
The Kellogg siblings find themselves embroiled in a legal battle over their renowned family name and the lucrative invention of corn flakes. Meanwhile...
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7
Nashville
Dolly Parton faces the difficult decision to part ways with the man who helped launch her career. Meanwhile, the intense courtroom battle of the Scop...
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8
The Wild West
Teddy Roosevelt rises to prominence, while the last defenders at The Alamo resist until the very end. Meanwhile, notorious outlaw Billy the Kid finds...
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Montgomery, AL
In a powerful narrative, scientist Percy Julian breaks through racial obstacles, while Claudette Colvin stands her ground by refusing to surrender her...
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New York City
The United States hesitantly embraces the Statue of Liberty, while Sybil Ludington embarks on a daring journey to alert her community about an impend...
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3
American Music
Alan Freed emerges as a pioneering radio DJ, introducing the world to rock 'n' roll. Kris Kristofferson finds his moment of stardom, thanks to the su...
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4
Baltimore
As Abraham Lincoln navigates the treacherous path to his inauguration, he seeks to evade assassination plots. Meanwhile, Francis Scott Key composes t...
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5
Charleston
In a dramatic turn of events, Senator Charles Sumner is brutally attacked with a cane during a speech, while Judge J. Waties Waring plays a crucial r...
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Hollywood
The release of Orson Welles' "Citizen Kane" infuriates media mogul William Randolph Hearst. Meanwhile, animator Ub Iwerks collaborates with Walt Disne...
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Hawaii
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Philadelphia
In the episode titled "Philadelphia," Baron von Steuben takes charge of training George Washington's troops, significantly improving their discipline ...
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9
Sports Heroes
In the 1912 Olympics, Jim Thorpe showcases his extraordinary athleticism, securing his place as a legendary figure in sports history. Meanwhile, Babe...
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10
First Ladies
Frances Cleveland leverages her prominence to champion social causes, while Edith Wilson steps into the role of president following her husband's stro...
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New Jersey
Othniel Marsh and Edward Cope evolve into fierce adversaries as they lay the groundwork for the field of Paleontology. Their intense competition driv...
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Miami
During World War II, actor Clark Gable enlists in the U.S. Air Force. In a flashback to the 1500s, Ponce de León engages in a heated dispute with Die...
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New Orleans
In the episode titled "New Orleans," the narrative unfolds with pirate Jean Laffite aiding Andrew Jackson in triumphing over the British forces during...
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4
Spies
Harriet Tubman shares crucial military information with the Union Army, while Virginia Hall operates as a covert operative in France during World War...
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5
Cleveland
Wayne Wheeler spearheads the movement against alcohol during Prohibition, while Dorothy Fuldheim breaks barriers for women in the field of journalism....
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Games
Milton Bradley pioneers the board game market, while in the 1970s, Roger Sharpe advocates for the legalization of pinball in New York City. Meanwhile...
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Oklahoma
Daisy from Kentucky stakes a claim to land for women, while Gordon Cooper embarks on a groundbreaking mission into space. Meanwhile, Bass Reeves, who...
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Journalism
In this episode titled "Journalism," Nellie Bly and Elizabeth Bisland embark on a thrilling competition to circle the globe, each vying for the title ...
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9
Los Angeles
To prevent the city from descending into disorder, the LAPD is established. Meanwhile, Rin Tin Tin rises to international fame, captivating audiences...
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10
New Mexico
In 1680, Popé spearheads the Pueblo Revolt, challenging the Spanish colonizers' grip on their land. Meanwhile, Ernest Thompson Seton, a cofounder of...
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11
Inventors
In a race against time, Alexander Graham Bell arrives at the patent office ahead of Elisha Gray to secure his groundbreaking invention, the telephone...
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12
Las Vegas
Bugsy Siegel stakes everything on a casino in Las Vegas as the Moulin Rouge pioneers racial integration in the entertainment scene. Meanwhile, the ea...
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13
Space
Carl Sagan and Ann Druyan discover a deep bond while working on a golden record, celebrating humanity's essence. Meanwhile, Wernher Von Braun leads th...
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Great Escapes
Timothy Leary, the famous LSD innovator, orchestrates a bold prison break. Meanwhile, a brave sailor makes his way to Devil's Island to execute a thri...
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Legends
Sam Patch rises to fame as the nation's inaugural daredevil, captivating audiences with his daring feats. Meanwhile, an enduring bond blossoms between...
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3
Bar Fights
Carry A. Nation takes matters into her own hands by smashing up local taverns; meanwhile, Andrew Jackson finds himself in the midst of a gunfight. In ...
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The Roosevelts
Teddy Roosevelt transforms the game of football, introducing groundbreaking changes to its rules. During the Christmas season, Winston Churchill arriv...
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Scoundrels
Charles Ponzi enlists the help of a public relations expert to enhance his reputation; meanwhile, Sadie the Goat transforms into a feared pirate along...
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Siblings
Katharine Wright lends her expertise to assist her brothers in constructing an innovative aircraft. Meanwhile, the Kopp sisters battle to safeguard th...
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Landmarks
Emily Roebling manages the ambitious construction of the Brooklyn Bridge, demonstrating her determination and expertise. Meanwhile, the cunning con ar...
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8
Food
Mayor La Guardia takes on organized crime in a fierce battle for control over artichoke distribution; during her time as a secret agent, Julia Child e...
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Hamilton
Lin-Manuel Miranda presents the captivating tale of Alexander Hamilton, exploring his rise to prominence and his complex rivalry with Aaron Burr, culm...
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Shitshows
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Heroines
Deborah Sampson disguises herself as a male soldier to enlist in the Revolutionary War, while Rose Valland takes on the perilous task of saving pricel...
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Dangerous Minds
Jack Parsons, a rocket scientist with a fascination for the occult, delves into his experiments with "sex magick." Meanwhile, W.C. Minor plays a cruc...
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Game Changers
In the vibrant streets of 1970s New York City, the revolutionary sound of hip hop emerges. Meanwhile, Berry Gordy establishes the iconic Motown Recor...
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Sex
In this episode, we delve into the groundbreaking work of Margaret Sanger, a trailblazer in the birth control movement. The Kinsey research team intr...
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Civil Rights
In their fight for equality, British suffragettes take up jiu-jitsu to empower themselves. Meanwhile, Gwendolyn Sanders spearheads the Birmingham Cru...
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Underdogs
Fred Rogers passionately advocates for public broadcasting during a congressional hearing, while investigative journalist Ida Tarbell boldly confronts...
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Drunk Mystery
Renowned mystery author Agatha Christie goes missing without a trace, while a man identified as D.B. Cooper orchestrates a successful plane hijacking...
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World War II
An ensemble of creative minds, referred to as the Ghost Army, employs deception to mislead German soldiers. Meanwhile, a burgeoning resistance emerge...
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Heists
An Italian repairman orchestrates the audacious theft of the iconic “Mona Lisa.” Meanwhile, a group known as the “Santa bandits” executes a da...
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10
Animals
In a groundbreaking court case, a lawyer passionately advocates for the rights of rats, highlighting their importance in the ecosystem. Meanwhile, Hen...
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The Middle Ages
Title: The Middle Ages In this episode, Joan of Arc emerges as a pivotal figure, rallying the French forces in their struggle against England during ...
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12
Death
The estate of Robert E. Lee transforms into a resting place for Union soldiers, while a group of counterfeiters hatches a plan to abduct the body of ...
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13
Halloween
In this episode, the ghost of a victim from the infamous Salem witch trials casts a vengeful curse upon the town. Meanwhile, a determined woman takes ...
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Are You Afraid of the Drunk?
In this episode featuring Will Ferrell and Seth Rogen, we delve into the life of young author Mary Shelley as she crafts her iconic tale, “Frankenst...
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National Parks
John Muir persuades President Teddy Roosevelt to safeguard the beauty of Yosemite, while journalist Marjory Stoneman Douglas passionately advocates fo...
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Baseball
In the 19th century Major League Baseball, Moses Fleetwood Walker confronts the harsh realities of racism as one of its few Black players. Meanwhile, ...
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Trailblazers
Bessie Coleman breaks barriers as the first African American woman to earn her pilot's license, paving the way for future aviators. Meanwhile, the Lit...
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Love
In a daring act of defiance, a student digs a tunnel beneath the Berlin Wall. Meanwhile, Edie Windsor challenges the Defense of Marriage Act, paving t...
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Drugs
John F. Kennedy's physician prescribes him methamphetamine to alleviate his chronic back issues. Meanwhile, Dr. John C. Lilly experiments with LSD in...
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Femme Fatales
Journalist Maurine Dallas Watkins crafts a dramatic play centered around Chicago’s notorious Murderesses’ Row, exploring the lives of women who co...
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Drunk Mystery II
The body of James Callender, a notorious gossip columnist from the colonial era, is discovered under suspicious circumstances. Meanwhile, a Hollywoo...
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9
Believe It Or Not
Larry Walters takes to the skies in a lawn chair tethered to helium balloons, while Phineas Gage endures a life-altering accident when an iron rod pie...
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10
Legacies
Lead Belly collaborates with John Lomax to create groundbreaking music that reshapes the industry. Meanwhile, John Lennon and Yoko Ono face the threa...
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Fame
Hedy Lamarr pioneers the design of the first contemporary airplane wing, while Eartha Kitt's outspoken activism draws the disapproval of Lady Bird Jo...
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12
Good Samaritans
Forest ranger Ed Pulaski bravely leads a group of 40 men to safety from a raging wildfire, showcasing his courage and quick thinking. Meanwhile, Ted P...
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13
Whistleblowers
Before Deep Throat comes forward, Martha Mitchell divulges the Watergate scandal to journalists, igniting a media frenzy. Meanwhile, the Citizens’ ...
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14
Behind Enemy Lines
During World War II, Marina Raskova establishes a groundbreaking all-female air force unit to combat the Nazis. Meanwhile, smuggler James J. Andrews ...
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15
S.O.S.
Navy officer Douglas Hegdahl cleverly navigates his imprisonment as a prisoner of war in North Vietnam, using his wits to outsmart his captors. Meanw...
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Bad Blood
Mary Mallon, known as Typhoid Mary, unknowingly transmits typhoid fever to those around her, while Arsinoe, Cleopatra’s ambitious sister, navigates...
