The eight-part nonfiction series “The Mega-Brands That Built America” premieres on Sunday, April 28th at 9PM ET/PT on The HISTORY Channel. Season two delves into the surprising origin stories behind some of the world’s biggest brands like Netflix, Sony, Nike, Adidas, Marriott, Apple, Microsoft, and more. Peyton Manning joins this season, both on-screen and as an executive producer, with his company Omaha Productions to produce alongside Lucky 8.
“The Mega-Brands That Built America” offers a vivid portrayal of different brands across retail, electronics, hospitality, and more and the trailblazing founders whose brilliance, tenacity, and fearlessness cemented cutting-edge products in the hearts and minds of consumers. Weaving together archival footage, original recreations, and expert interviews from Bill Rancic, Adam Richman, Yohuru Williams, Natalia Mehlman Petrzela, and others, each hour-long episode recounts the triumphs, failures, rivalries, and groundbreaking innovations of the colossal brands that revolutionized our nation. The April 28th season two return begins with the introduction of the first handheld portable telephone and the fierce battle that ensues among several international telecommunications companies to produce the most popular cell phone.
HISTORY® is the leading destination for award-winning original series and specials that connect viewers with history in an informative, immersive, and entertaining manner across all platforms. The network’s all-original programming slate features a roster of hit series, premium documentaries, and scripted event programming.
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