Season 5 Plot
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
The Real Story Season 5 aired on June 30th, 2013.
Season 5 Episodes
1. Star Trek
With 12 films and multiple television series in its thirty-year history, Star Trek is one of the most successful franchises in film history. The Real Story investigates the life of Star Trek creator Gene Roddenberry and reveals actual scientific advances that inspired the series or were inspired by its fiction. Featuring interviews with actor Leonard Nimoy (Mr. Spock); the producer of the Star Trek TV series; Roddenberry’s son, Rod; and original members of the Star Trek fan club, the program charts Roddenberry’s meteoric rise to fame and extreme tactics to keep his series on the air.
2. Live Free or Die Hard
Reviewing the history and the science of one of the Die Hard movies.
3. Platoon
Reviewing the truth behind the movie 'Platoon'.
4. The Da Vinci Code
Reviewing the truth behind the movie 'The Da Vinci Code'.
5. Scream
Reviewing the Real Life Inspiration behind the movie "Scream"
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