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.
Red Scare on Air: The Actual Events Behind 'Goodnight, and Good Luck'
Uncover the true events of the McCarthy era that inspired 'Goodnight, and Good Luck'. Learn about Edward R. Murrow's televised confrontation with Senator Joseph McCarthy during America's Red Scare of the 1950s.
From Castro to City Hall: The Real Harvey Milk
Explore the real life of Harvey Milk, pioneering LGBTQ+ politician and first openly gay elected official in California. Discover his journey from Castro Street to San Francisco City Hall that inspired the film 'Milk'.
Speed and Rivalry: The Real Race in 'Ford v Ferrari'
Discover the real events behind 'Ford v Ferrari.' Explore the intense rivalry between Ford and Ferrari at the 1966 Le Mans race that changed motorsport history and inspired the acclaimed film.
Art of Resistance: The Real Marcel Marceau's War Efforts
Uncover the real story of Marcel Marceau's heroic efforts during World War II. Learn how the famous mime used his talents to save Jewish children from Nazis, long before his worldwide fame on stage.
Love vs. Law: The Real Couple Behind 'Loving'
Discover the true story of Richard and Mildred Loving, whose fight against interracial marriage bans led to a landmark civil rights case. Learn how their love story inspired the film 'Loving' and changed U.S. law forever.
History on Trial: The Real Case in 'Denial'
Explore the true story behind the film 'Denial.' Learn about Deborah Lipstadt's landmark legal battle against Holocaust denier David Irving, a pivotal moment in combating historical revisionism and preserving truth.
Civil Rights Royalty
Uncover the real events behind 'One Night in Miami.' Learn about the historic 1964 meeting between Muhammad Ali, Malcolm X, Sam Cooke, and Jim Brown that inspired Regina King's powerful film on civil rights icons.
Rainbow's End: The Real Judy Garland Behind 'Judy'
Explore the real Judy Garland beyond the 2019 biopic 'Judy.' Discover the complex life of this legendary performer, her struggles, and triumphs that shaped her iconic career and final years.
High-Stakes Hostess: The True 'Molly's Game'
Discover the true story of Molly Bloom's underground poker empire. Explore how this former skier built a high-stakes gambling network for Hollywood elites and tycoons, inspiring the film 'Molly's Game'.
Covert Congressman: The Actual Charlie Wilson's War
Uncover the true story of Congressman Charlie Wilson's covert Cold War operation. Learn how this Texas politician secretly shaped U.S. policy in Afghanistan during the 1980s, inspiring both a bestselling book and Hollywood film.
First Lady in Grief: The Real Jackie Kennedy
Explore the real Jackie Kennedy beyond her public persona. Discover how grief shaped the life of America's beloved First Lady, revealing the private struggles behind her composed public image.
Citizen Kane's Creator: The True Hollywood Tale in Mank
Discover the real Hollywood story that inspired 'Mank.' Explore how David Fincher's film unveils the creation of 'Citizen Kane', Orson Welles' masterpiece, and the 1930s Hollywood backdrop that shaped it.
In Cold Ink: Truman Capote's Real Obsession in 'Capote'
Uncover the real events that inspired Truman Capote's groundbreaking work "In Cold Blood". Explore how the 1959 Clutter family murders led to Capote's obsessive journey in creating a new literary genre, as portrayed in the film 'Capote'.
Into the Unknown: The True Tale of Christopher McCandless in Into the Wild
Explore the true story of Christopher McCandless's Alaskan wilderness journey that inspired 'Into the Wild.' Discover the facts behind this modern American legend of adventure, self-discovery, and survival in the untamed wilderness.
Courtside Father: The True Story of 'King Richard' Williams
Discover the true story of Richard Williams, father of tennis legends Venus and Serena. Learn how his controversial coaching methods shaped two of the greatest athletes in history, as portrayed in the biopic 'King Richard'.
Outlaws in Love: The Actual Crimes of Bonnie and Clyde
Uncover the real crimes of Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow, America's notorious 1930s outlaws. Explore their actual bank robberies and violent encounters that captivated Depression-era America, beyond the romanticized tales.
Primates and Poachers: Dian Fossey's Real Mission in 'Gorillas in the Mist'
Explore the true story of Dian Fossey's groundbreaking work with mountain gorillas in Rwanda. Discover how her conservation efforts, portrayed in 'Gorillas in the Mist', went beyond scientific observation to protect these endangered primates.
Mop to Millions: The True 'Joy' Mangano Story
Discover the true story of Joy Mangano, inventor of the Miracle Mop and QVC icon. Learn how this single mother's invention revolutionized home cleaning and made her a multimillionaire, inspiring the film 'Joy'.
Lights, Camera, Lucille: The Real Story of 'Being the Ricardos'
Uncover the real events behind 'Being the Ricardos.' Explore the tumultuous week in Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz's lives during 'I Love Lucy' production, as portrayed in Aaron Sorkin's film about Hollywood's Golden Age.
Interview of the Century: The True Showdown in Frost/Nixon
Discover the true events of the 1977 Frost/Nixon interviews that captivated millions. Explore this pivotal moment in political history, where David Frost confronted former President Nixon in a groundbreaking television event.