The Olympic Flames: Burning From Ancient To Modern
Organizers have special plans for if the flames go out.
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Ripley’s video archive is an eclectic collection of videos from our popular TV show, behind the scenes footage from The Vault, and Ripley’s Originals.
The Curious Case Of Mercy Brown And The New England Vampire Panic
In other places, family members would eat the ashes of suspected vampires as a remedy for their illness, while others would inhale the smoke as the organs burned.
Ripley’s Road Trip: Orlando’s Ancient Gators
Scientists believe the not-so-little critter slid into a limestone crevice on the bottom of a prehistoric lake and was quickly covered by fine silt and clay, which ensured its preservation.
The Sour Origin Story Of Circus-Born Pink Lemonade
It all started when a circus drink vendor improvised with a tub of dirty laundry water…
Take A Seat In Carrie Fisher’s Director’s Chair
Star Wars: Return of the Jedi™ went through quite a few name changes before director George Lucas landed on the title we recognize today.
Extinction Events: Six Times the World Ended
How many times has life had to virtually start over on planet Earth?
Kitbashed Blaster: How Han Solo’s Iconic Weapon Was Made
Directors used a Japanese model cap gun to create the blaster in future films.
Walking A Mile In Robert Wadlow’s Shoes
The International Shoe Company provided Wadlow with custom 39AA shoes.
Houdini’s Motherly Love: Magician vs. Medium
Audiences began to see Houdini’s acts take a turn toward the extreme, almost reckless—from burying himself alive to nearly drowning.
Millennium Falcon Signed By Original Star Wars Cast
This Millennium Falcon® was signed by six of the original Star Wars™ trilogy members!