What to read, watch, and listen to if you lovedDrunk History
Derek Waters · Series · 2013
If you loved Drunk History, start with Tipsy Topics — a podcast on the same thread. Below: 4 books, 4 films and 2 podcasts, each matched to Drunk History across media.
You love how Drunk History turns the dry, dusty pages of the past into vibrant, irreverent, and deeply human storytelling experiences.
Books on the same thread
Black Af History
Michael Harriot · Book
Explores: systemic inequality, marginalized narratives, historical truth-telling.
Like Drunk History, this book rejects the sanitized version of the past, using a sharp, conversational voice to center marginalized narratives that traditional textbooks often choose to ignore.
The Undiscovered Country
Paul Andrew Hutton · Book
Explores: manifest destiny, cultural conflict, myth-making.
If you enjoy the way Drunk History demystifies iconic figures, you will appreciate this narrative history that peels back the layers of myth surrounding legendary American frontier characters.
This Vast Enterprise
Craig Fehrman · Book
Explores: multiple perspectives, colonial exploration, deconstructing myths.
Drunk History succeeds by challenging singular perspectives, and this revisionist account mirrors that approach by deconstructing the famous Lewis and Clark expedition through ten distinct, overlooked human voices.
Masters of the Air
Donald L. Miller · Book
Explores: aerial combat, wartime camaraderie, strategic logistics.
While more grounded than Drunk History, this detailed account satisfies your curiosity for the lesser-known, high-stakes human experiences that define the true texture of our shared historical moments.
Films on the same thread
History of the World: Part I
Mel Brooks · Film · 1981
Explores: Historical Spoof, Anachronism, Slapstick.
This film shares the chaotic, irreverent spirit of Drunk History, utilizing anachronism and broad, satirical humor to make the rigid events of the past feel ridiculous and alive.
Another Round
Thomas Vinterberg · Film · 2020
Explores: Alcoholism, Existential Crisis, Male Friendship.
The central premise of this film mirrors the boozy, uninhibited experimentation found in Drunk History, proving that intoxication can lead to both profound revelations and complete, comedic disaster.
Anchorman
Adam McKay · Film · 2004
Explores: Male Ego, Workplace Sexism, Absurdity.
Much like the personality-driven segments of Drunk History, this film thrives on the absurdity of its protagonist, using workplace satire to skewer the self-importance of historical media figures.
Mank
David Fincher · Film · 2020
Explores: Golden Age of Hollywood, Screenwriting, Creative Process.
This film captures the same intersection of heavy drinking and historical observation seen in Drunk History, focusing on a brilliant, flawed mind navigating the complex machinery of history.
Podcasts on the same thread
Dark History
Audioboom Studios · Podcast · 2026
Explores: untold narratives, institutional corruption, societal taboos.
This podcast adopts the same mission as Drunk History by making the past feel accessible and urgent, stripping away institutional boredom to reveal the dark, hidden human truths.
Tipsy Topics
Podcast
Explores: Oversharing, Debriefing, Pop Culture Commentary.
The casual, oversharing nature of this podcast echoes the conversational storytelling style of Drunk History, where the intimacy of the narrator is just as important as the topic.
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Common questions
What is the premise of Drunk History?
Drunk History features historical reenactments of events from America's past. The stories are narrated by inebriated storytellers and brought to life through performances by A-list talent, resulting in a unique and humorous take on both familiar and lesser-known historical moments.
Who created Drunk History?
Drunk History was created by Derek Waters. The show premiered in 2013 and focuses on presenting historical accounts through the lens of intoxicated narrators, utilizing professional actors to reenact the specific events being described in each episode.
Does Drunk History feature professional actors?
Yes, Drunk History utilizes A-list talent to perform the reenactments. While the narrators are inebriated individuals telling the stories, the visual reenactments are carried out by professional actors to depict the historical events described in the narrative.
Is Drunk History based on real events?
Drunk History is based on real people and events from America's past. The show retells these historical moments through the perspective of intoxicated storytellers, blending factual history with the unpredictable and unforgettable results of the narrators' altered states.