The WORST episodes of The UnBelievable with Dan Aykroyd
Every episode of The UnBelievable with Dan Aykroyd ever, ranked from worst to best by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The worst episodes of The UnBelievable with Dan Aykroyd!
Uncover some of the most mysterious and bizarre inventions, creatures, people, and things throughout history.
#1 - Strange Games
Season 2 - Episode 7 - Aired 12/27/2024
From the unexpectedly gruesome sport of toe wrestling to a tight competition between the world's ugliest pets, or even the harrowing origins of some of our favorite schoolyard faceoffs, we're exploring the world of strange games, each one more bizarre than the next.
#2 - Unimaginable Disasters
Season 3 - Episode 13 - Aired 3/20/2026
Catastrophes defy wildest expectations. Like a drilling accident that tears open the Earth and unleashes a fire pit known as the "Gates of Hell." Or a routine flight that turns harrowing when the pilot gets sucked out of the cockpit mid-air. Or a ship mishap that sinks 4,000 luxury cars into the Atlantic. These aren't just disasters-they're the kind of events that make history and leave the world stunned.
#3 - Wildest Weapons
Season 3 - Episode 10 - Aired 1/9/2026
Weapons rank among humanity's most powerful-and wildest-inventions. Some unleash mass destruction, while others are downright bizarre. From launching corpses with trebuchets, to turning animals into killing machines, and missiles guided by pigeons, these are the stories behind history's most outrageous weapons.
#4 - Strange Machines
Season 3 - Episode 12 - Aired 3/13/2026
From the kitchen to the battlefield, some machines are just too strange to believe. Like an appliance that runs on pup power. Or a mouse trap so deadly, you need a permit to own one. How about a submarine car straight out of a Bond movie? Whether brilliant or baffling, these devices push the limits of what you thought possible.
#5 - Bizarre Innovations
Season 2 - Episode 6 - Aired 12/20/2024
Some of history's most brilliant innovations are also the most bizarre. Like a fully functioning car that hovers in midair. Or clothing made out of everyone's favourite source of calcium. How about a robot dog that breathes fire?
#6 - Strangest Places
Season 3 - Episode 9 - Aired 1/2/2026
The world is full of strange and mind-bending places, but some take the cake. Explore an island ruled by deadly predators, a Florida town obsessed with the wildest circus performers, or a mysterious paranormal hotspot that's a magnet for UFOs, strange sightings, and baffling disappearances.
#7 - Unexpected Spectacles
Season 2 - Episode 15 - Aired 4/25/2025
Imagine a man floating through the sky by dozens of balloons, all attached to a single lawn chair. Or, a circus conducted by a team of performers only visible via magnifying glass. How about a cycling grandpa that proves to be no match for his youthful counterparts? These are the tales of history's most unbelievable, strange, and completely unexpected spectacles.
#8 - Unusual Places
Season 2 - Episode 4 - Aired 12/6/2024
A city where the commute requires a zipline; a town crawling with monkeys; a waterfall of blood.
#9 - Fantastic Beings
Season 2 - Episode 3 - Aired 11/29/2024
This episode explores the unbelievable stories of the planet's most fantastic beings.
#10 - Extraordinary Traditions
Season 2 - Episode 16 - Aired 5/2/2025
From riding massive tree trunks down a treacherous slope, to hosting a barrage of monkeys for an all-you-can-eat buffet, to a food fight of epic proportions. These are the stories of history's most bizarre and extraordinary traditions.
#11 - Unusual Pastimes
Season 3 - Episode 8 - Aired 12/26/2025
The stories of history’s most unusual pastimes, some fascinating, some dangerous, but each of them completely unbelievable.
#12 - Spectacular Cons
Season 3 - Episode 11 - Aired 3/6/2026
History is full of miracle cures, far-fetched products, and astonishing feats, but not all of them are legitimate. A miracle snake oil that cures all? A piece of the Brooklyn Bridge for sale? A marathon-winner who crosses the finish line without hardly breaking a sweat? These are the stories of some of history's most spectacular cons, each deception more unbelievable than the last.
#13 - Peculiar Punishments
Season 2 - Episode 13 - Aired 4/11/2025
One-of-a-kind crimes are often met with one-of-a-kind punishments. Like a pig whose bloody rampage lands itself in the courtroom, or a music enthusiast whose wall-rattling beats subject them to hours of classical symphonies. And a drunkard whose public intoxication turns them into public entertainment. These peculiar punishments all prove to have one thing in common…they are completely unbelievable.
#14 - Weird Weapons
Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 12/22/2023
Did you ever wonder what it would be like to get attacked by a million bats with tiny bombs strapped to their chests? What about inflatable tanks, robot assassins, bazooka Vespas, war dolphins...The list of outrageous weapons goes on! These weapons, and others, pushed the boundaries of "possible" in the weirdest ways ever.
#15 - Astonishing Escapes
Season 2 - Episode 17 - Aired 5/9/2025
We’ve heard the tales of successful prison breaks, but these aren’t your average escapes. From a man who frees himself all thanks to a stone fruit, to a Soviet pilot that evades capture by stealing the enemy’s plane. Or, a primate that refuses to stay put. These are the stories of escapes that are sure to leave you in utter disbelief.
#16 - It Came From Above
Season 2 - Episode 1 - Aired 11/15/2024
Have you ever wondered about the most bizarre things that have fallen from the sky? From meteorites to seafood, and even bathtubs, these are some truly unbelievable stories of what comes from above. Don't believe it? Just look up!
#17 - Unusual Rituals
Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 1/12/2024
Human bones as a "miracle cure" for gout? Living mummies buried alive? A truly bizarre Victorian way to lose weight--with tapeworms? From daily rites to once-in-a-lifetime rituals, the stranger side of human nature is revealed in these surprising rituals.
#18 - Extraordinary Journeys
Season 2 - Episode 12 - Aired 4/4/2025
Many say, it's not about the destination, but the journey that gets you there. From a dog's space voyage, to a harrowing story of Arctic survival, to various trips through time...these are the journeys so extraordinary that they are truly unbelievable.
#19 - Superhumans
Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 1/5/2024
A blind man who uses bat-like powers of echolocation to navigate his surroundings? A samurai with reflexes faster than a speeding bullet? A man who's immune to electrocution? These are the strange tales of humans with superhuman powers, including the man who's a human lightening rod.
#20 - Outlandish Ideas
Season 3 - Episode 6 - Aired 12/12/2025
When the world throws a bizarre problem your way… sometimes the solution is even more ridiculous.
#21 - Unconventional Weapons
Season 2 - Episode 8 - Aired 1/3/2025
We've heard the tales of great wars fought with groundbreaking weaponry, but what about everything else in between? From missiles manned by pigeons to a helmet outfitted with firearms, to an incendiary device made to look like one of America's favorite pastimes. These are the stories of unconventional weapons, each more unbelievable than the next.
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Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 1/19/2024
Monkey glands for immortality, hypnotized assassins, and a brain-linked cyborg couple. We investigate some of the strangest experiments on record. From two-headed dogs and testicle transplants...These are the bizarre but real experiments that boggle the mind. Prepare to be astounded-and a little grossed out.
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Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 12/15/2023
A headless chicken that lives over one year; a "celestial body" where it rains molten glass.
#24 - Freak Accidents
Season 3 - Episode 2 - Aired 11/14/2025
Accidents happen all the time, but every so often, a few defy logic and leave the world stunned.
#25 - Curious Crimes
Season 2 - Episode 20 - Aired 5/30/2025
Stealing grandma’s purse, your run-of-the-mill bank robbery, or hijacking a car all seem like child’s play when it comes to history’s most bizarre crimes. A robber successfully snatching Einstein’s brain? A thief who makes out with hundreds of dollars all while dressed as Santa Claus? Or, what about the high price to pay for littering…in space? These are some of history’s most curious crimes.
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