The Rest Is History podcast to be adapted for television
Goalhanger and Wheelhouse are to collaborate to develop unscripted projects based on the podcast and its growing library of more than 600 episodes.
The Rest Is History podcast is to be adapted for television, it has been announced.
The twice-weekly show, presented by historians Tom Holland and Dominic Sandbrook, was launched in 2020 and covers a range of historical events from the rise of the Nazis to the French Revolution.
UK podcast production company Goalhanger has revealed its collaboration with media, marketing and investment company Wheelhouse to develop unscripted projects based on the podcast and its growing library of more than 600 episodes.
Holland, 57, and Sandbrook, 50, said: “We couldn’t be more excited at the thought of bringing The Rest Is History to TV — who wouldn’t want to see Julius Caesar’s toga or Winston Churchill’s cigar in glorious 4K?
“Our show has always been about making history accessible, intelligent and entertaining, and we’re thrilled at the chance to bring our favourite stories to life on screen.
“This partnership with Wheelhouse will allow us to make history unforgettable for a whole new audience, showcasing all the best elements that make our podcast so enjoyable – both for us and for audiences all over the world.”
The duo have previously taken their podcast on tours across the UK, the US and Australia.
Brent Montgomery, chief executive of Wheelhouse said: “The Rest is History is a unicorn.
“The podcast’s global popularity, propelled by Tom and Dominic’s rapport, dynamic and ridiculous knowledge and expertise, has paved the way for best-selling books and sold-out live tours across the UK and the US.
“This partnership fits squarely into our strategy of being a bridge between the creator economy and legacy media and we’re excited to work with Goalhanger to bring this incredible brand to yet another medium.”
Goalhanger co-founder Tony Pastor added: “The global success of The Rest Is History proves there’s a strong demand for entertaining and intelligent storytelling, dispelling the myth that younger audiences only want short-form content.
“Watching audiences respond to Tom and Dominic during their recent US tour confirmed they are truly the rock stars of history.
“We’re thrilled to partner with Wheelhouse, who deeply understand the show’s unique dynamic.
“Together we aim to introduce the show to new audiences who love history and enjoy it with the most engaging historians around.”
