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Actors Take Over History Channel for New Shows
4 Mar
Summary
- Four major actors will host new series for the History Channel.
- The network announced its 2026-27 season lineup with star power.
- New documentaries and digital series are also part of the slate.
The History Channel is set to introduce a slate of new programming for the 2026-27 season, featuring prominent actors as hosts. Kevin Bacon, Ted Danson, Dolph Lundgren, and Tom Selleck have each signed on to lead their own series, also serving as executive producers. This expansion of "dad-coded" shows was announced by the network during A+E Global Media's upfront presentation.
In addition to the actor-hosted programs, History has commissioned "102 Minutes Inside the Towers," a documentary commemorating the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, with Robin Roberts as an executive producer. A digital series titled "Mistakes That Made America" will also explore significant blunders that influenced culture and innovation.
