This isn't your grandmother's antiquing. Pickers like Mike Wolfe and Frank Fritz are on a mission to recycle America, even if it means diving into countless piles of grimy junk or getting chased off a gun-wielding homeowner's land. Hitting back roads from coast to coast, the two men earn a living by restoring forgotten relics to their former glory, transforming one person's trash into another's treasure. American Pickers follows them as they scour the country for hidden gems in junkyards, basements, garages and barns, meeting quirky characters and hearing their amazing stories. If you think the antique business is all about upscale boutiques and buttoned-up dealers, this show may change your mind--and teach you a thing or two about American history along the way.
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Cheap Trick Guitarist Rick Nielsen's RICK'S PICKS Exhibition Set for History's AMERICAN PICKERS Today
by TV News Desk - March 11, 2013
GrahamSpencer, the creative team for Cheap Trick guitarist/songwriter Rick Nielsen's exhibit, Rick's Picks: A Lifelong Affair With Guitars & Music, announced today that Rick Nielsen and the exhibit will be featured in an upcoming episode of HISTORY's American Pickers, premiering today, March 11, 201...
by TV News Desk - March 11, 2013
GrahamSpencer, the creative team for Cheap Trick guitarist/songwriter Rick Nielsen's exhibit, Rick's Picks: A Lifelong Affair With Guitars & Music, announced today that Rick Nielsen and the exhibit will be featured in an upcoming episode of HISTORY's American Pickers, premiering today, March 11, 201...
History's First Scripted Series VIKINGS Premieres to 8.3M Total Viewers
by Tyler Peterson - March 04, 2013
Over two telecasts on premiere night, Sunday, March 3, VIKINGS delivered 8.3 million total viewers, 3.4 million Adults 18-49 and 3.8 million Adults 25-54. HISTORY's first scripted series, VIKINGS, conquered 6.2 million total viewers in its 10 p.m. premiere timeslot, 2.7 million Adults 25-54 and 2.5 ...
by Tyler Peterson - March 04, 2013
Over two telecasts on premiere night, Sunday, March 3, VIKINGS delivered 8.3 million total viewers, 3.4 million Adults 18-49 and 3.8 million Adults 25-54. HISTORY's first scripted series, VIKINGS, conquered 6.2 million total viewers in its 10 p.m. premiere timeslot, 2.7 million Adults 25-54 and 2.5 ...
History's THE BIBLE Breaks Network Record with 14.7M Viewers
by Tyler Peterson - March 04, 2013
Over two telecasts on premiere night, THE BIBLE averaged 14.8 million viewers, 5 million Adults 18-49 and 5.6 million Adults 25-54. In the 8-10pm premiere 13.1 million total viewers flocked to THE BIBLE, including 4.6 million Adults 25-54. THE BIBLE is the #1 cable entertainment telecast of the year...
by Tyler Peterson - March 04, 2013
Over two telecasts on premiere night, THE BIBLE averaged 14.8 million viewers, 5 million Adults 18-49 and 5.6 million Adults 25-54. In the 8-10pm premiere 13.1 million total viewers flocked to THE BIBLE, including 4.6 million Adults 25-54. THE BIBLE is the #1 cable entertainment telecast of the year...
VIDEO: Sneak Peek - History's New Original Scripted Series VIKINGS, Premiering Today
by TV News Desk - March 03, 2013
Below, catch a promo for VIKINGS, HISTORY's original scripted series, premiering tonight, March 3 at 10pm!...
by TV News Desk - March 03, 2013
Below, catch a promo for VIKINGS, HISTORY's original scripted series, premiering tonight, March 3 at 10pm!...
History Premieres STORIES FROM THE ROAD TO FREEDOM Tonight
by TV News Desk - February 16, 2013
STORIES FROM THE ROAD TO FREEDOM, a new two-hour special narrated by Deon Cole, premiering tonight, February 16 at 8 p.m. on HISTORY, gives a fresh perspective of the black movement in America, from Emancipation to the Civil Rights era....
by TV News Desk - February 16, 2013
STORIES FROM THE ROAD TO FREEDOM, a new two-hour special narrated by Deon Cole, premiering tonight, February 16 at 8 p.m. on HISTORY, gives a fresh perspective of the black movement in America, from Emancipation to the Civil Rights era....
Cheap Trick Guitarist Rick Nielsen's RICK'S PICKS Exhibition Set for History's AMERICAN PICKERS, 3/11
by TV News Desk - February 13, 2013
GrahamSpencer, the creative team for Cheap Trick guitarist/songwriter Rick Nielsen's exhibit, Rick's Picks: A Lifelong Affair With Guitars & Music, announced today that Rick Nielsen and the exhibit will be featured in an upcoming episode of HISTORY's American Pickers, premiering March 11, 2013....
by TV News Desk - February 13, 2013
GrahamSpencer, the creative team for Cheap Trick guitarist/songwriter Rick Nielsen's exhibit, Rick's Picks: A Lifelong Affair With Guitars & Music, announced today that Rick Nielsen and the exhibit will be featured in an upcoming episode of HISTORY's American Pickers, premiering March 11, 2013....
'American Pickers' Wolfe Fritz Appears WHO WANTS TO BE A MILLIONAIRE Tonight
by TV News Desk - February 01, 2013
Mike Wolfe and Frank Fritz from HISTORY's 'American Pickers' will appear as contestants on WHO WANTS TO BE A MILLIONAIRE with host Meredith Vieira tonight, February 1....
by TV News Desk - February 01, 2013
Mike Wolfe and Frank Fritz from HISTORY's 'American Pickers' will appear as contestants on WHO WANTS TO BE A MILLIONAIRE with host Meredith Vieira tonight, February 1....
'American Pickers' Wolfe Fritz to Appear WHO WANTS TO BE A MILLIONAIRE, 2/1
by Caryn Robbins - January 30, 2013
Mike Wolfe and Frank Fritz from HISTORY's 'American Pickers' will appear as contestants on WHO WANTS TO BE A MILLIONAIRE with host Meredith Vieira on Friday, February 1....
by Caryn Robbins - January 30, 2013
Mike Wolfe and Frank Fritz from HISTORY's 'American Pickers' will appear as contestants on WHO WANTS TO BE A MILLIONAIRE with host Meredith Vieira on Friday, February 1....
The Weather Channel to Premiere Four Series This March
by Caryn Robbins - January 28, 2013
The Weather Channel announced today it will premiere four series this March, including new series, 'Forecasting the End,' 'Loaded' and 'Lava Chasers,' along with the previously announced 'Prospectors.'...
by Caryn Robbins - January 28, 2013
The Weather Channel announced today it will premiere four series this March, including new series, 'Forecasting the End,' 'Loaded' and 'Lava Chasers,' along with the previously announced 'Prospectors.'...
VIDEO: Sneak Peek - History's New Original Scripted Series VIKINGS, Premiering 3/3
by Caryn Robbins - January 25, 2013
Below, catch a promo for VIKINGS, HISTORY's original scripted series, premiering Sunday, March 3 at 10pm!...
by Caryn Robbins - January 25, 2013
Below, catch a promo for VIKINGS, HISTORY's original scripted series, premiering Sunday, March 3 at 10pm!...
History Channel Revs Up for TOP GEAR's Return on 1/29
by Tyler Peterson - January 22, 2013
HISTORY announced today that new episodes for Season 3 of the U.S. version of Top Gear will premiere Tuesday, January 29 at 9PM ET/8C. The second season of the critically-acclaimed and popular series broke into the millionaire's club with 1.1 million Adults 25-54 and 18-49 (+30 and +22 vs. S1, res...
by Tyler Peterson - January 22, 2013
HISTORY announced today that new episodes for Season 3 of the U.S. version of Top Gear will premiere Tuesday, January 29 at 9PM ET/8C. The second season of the critically-acclaimed and popular series broke into the millionaire's club with 1.1 million Adults 25-54 and 18-49 (+30 and +22 vs. S1, res...
History to Premiere STORIES FROM THE ROAD TO FREEDOM, 2/16
by Caryn Robbins - January 15, 2013
STORIES FROM THE ROAD TO FREEDOM, a new two-hour special narrated by Deon Cole, premiering on Saturday, February 16 at 8 p.m. on HISTORY, gives a fresh perspective of the black movement in America, from Emancipation to the Civil Rights era....
by Caryn Robbins - January 15, 2013
STORIES FROM THE ROAD TO FREEDOM, a new two-hour special narrated by Deon Cole, premiering on Saturday, February 16 at 8 p.m. on HISTORY, gives a fresh perspective of the black movement in America, from Emancipation to the Civil Rights era....
THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO THE PRESIDENTS Premieres on History Tonight
by TV News Desk - January 15, 2013
In the week preceding the 2013 Presidential inauguration, HISTORY will present THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO THE PRESIDENTS. From George Washington to Barack Obama, this eight-hour series will cover the history of the most influential position in the world, and the men who defined its power. The series prem...
by TV News Desk - January 15, 2013
In the week preceding the 2013 Presidential inauguration, HISTORY will present THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO THE PRESIDENTS. From George Washington to Barack Obama, this eight-hour series will cover the history of the most influential position in the world, and the men who defined its power. The series prem...
History Channel Revs Up for TOP GEAR's Return, 1/29
by Tyler Peterson - January 10, 2013
HISTORY announced today that new episodes for Season 3 of the U.S. version of Top Gear will premiere Tuesday, January 29 at 9PM ET/8C. The second season of the critically-acclaimed and popular series broke into the millionaire's club with 1.1 million Adults 25-54 and 18-49 (+30 and +22 vs. S1, resp...
by Tyler Peterson - January 10, 2013
HISTORY announced today that new episodes for Season 3 of the U.S. version of Top Gear will premiere Tuesday, January 29 at 9PM ET/8C. The second season of the critically-acclaimed and popular series broke into the millionaire's club with 1.1 million Adults 25-54 and 18-49 (+30 and +22 vs. S1, resp...
History to Premiere THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO THE PRESIDENTS, 1/15
by Caryn Robbins - January 09, 2013
In the week preceding the 2013 Presidential inauguration, HISTORY will present THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO THE PRESIDENTS....
by Caryn Robbins - January 09, 2013
In the week preceding the 2013 Presidential inauguration, HISTORY will present THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO THE PRESIDENTS....
2012 Marks Best Year in Ratings for the History Channel
by Tyler Peterson - December 19, 2012
HISTORY will close out 2012 as its best year ever for the sixth year in a row. Since 2009, HISTORY is the fastest growing network in all of television. With an all original line-up, the network currently has more series averaging over 1 million impressions with Adults 25-54 than any other network i...
by Tyler Peterson - December 19, 2012
HISTORY will close out 2012 as its best year ever for the sixth year in a row. Since 2009, HISTORY is the fastest growing network in all of television. With an all original line-up, the network currently has more series averaging over 1 million impressions with Adults 25-54 than any other network i...
THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO THE PRESIDENTS Premieres on History, 1/15
by TV News Desk - December 18, 2012
In the week preceding the 2013 Presidential inauguration, HISTORY will present THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO THE PRESIDENTS. From George Washington to Barack Obama, this eight-hour series will cover the history of the most influential position in the world, and the men who defined its power. The series prem...
by TV News Desk - December 18, 2012
In the week preceding the 2013 Presidential inauguration, HISTORY will present THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO THE PRESIDENTS. From George Washington to Barack Obama, this eight-hour series will cover the history of the most influential position in the world, and the men who defined its power. The series prem...
History Premieres New Adventure Series BAMAZON Tonight
by TV News Desk - December 09, 2012
After the boys from 'Bama test their mettle against the Guyanese jungle, the Amazon will never be the same. It will become the Bamazon! HISTORY's new adventure series, BAMAZON, follows eight determined Alabama construction workers as they trek into the dark heart of South America, hoping to strike i...
by TV News Desk - December 09, 2012
After the boys from 'Bama test their mettle against the Guyanese jungle, the Amazon will never be the same. It will become the Bamazon! HISTORY's new adventure series, BAMAZON, follows eight determined Alabama construction workers as they trek into the dark heart of South America, hoping to strike i...
History to Premiere New Adventure Series BAMAZON, 12/9
by Caryn Robbins - December 03, 2012
After the boys from 'Bama test their mettle against the Guyanese jungle, the Amazon will never be the same. It will become the Bamazon! HISTORY's new adventure series, BAMAZON, follows eight determined Alabama construction workers as they trek into the dark heart of South America, hoping to strike i...
by Caryn Robbins - December 03, 2012
After the boys from 'Bama test their mettle against the Guyanese jungle, the Amazon will never be the same. It will become the Bamazon! HISTORY's new adventure series, BAMAZON, follows eight determined Alabama construction workers as they trek into the dark heart of South America, hoping to strike i...
New Season of History's INVENTION USA Premieres Tonight
by TV News Desk - November 28, 2012
Scotty Ziegler and Reichart Von Wolfsheild are on a mission to find the next brilliant invention, the next bold innovation, the next million-dollar idea. As the two hosts of INVENTION USA, new season premiere on HISTORY is tonight, November 28, 10pm ET/9c, the two successful inventors from two very ...
by TV News Desk - November 28, 2012
Scotty Ziegler and Reichart Von Wolfsheild are on a mission to find the next brilliant invention, the next bold innovation, the next million-dollar idea. As the two hosts of INVENTION USA, new season premiere on HISTORY is tonight, November 28, 10pm ET/9c, the two successful inventors from two very ...
History Channel Examines Recent Storms in SUPERSTORM 2012: HELL AND HIGH WATER Tonight
by TV News Desk - November 18, 2012
HISTORY's new one-hour special SUPERSTORM 2012: HELL AND HIGH WATER (working title), premiering tonight, November 18 at 9 p.m., is the story of a superstorm that is changing the way we think about the weather and our world. ...
by TV News Desk - November 18, 2012
HISTORY's new one-hour special SUPERSTORM 2012: HELL AND HIGH WATER (working title), premiering tonight, November 18 at 9 p.m., is the story of a superstorm that is changing the way we think about the weather and our world. ...
New Season of History's INVENTION USA to Premiere 11/28
by Caryn Robbins - November 14, 2012
Scotty Ziegler and Reichart Von Wolfsheild are on a mission to find the next brilliant invention, the next bold innovation, the next million-dollar idea. As the two hosts of INVENTION USA, new season premiere on HISTORY is Wednesday, November 28, 10pm ET/9c, the two successful inventors from two ver...
by Caryn Robbins - November 14, 2012
Scotty Ziegler and Reichart Von Wolfsheild are on a mission to find the next brilliant invention, the next bold innovation, the next million-dollar idea. As the two hosts of INVENTION USA, new season premiere on HISTORY is Wednesday, November 28, 10pm ET/9c, the two successful inventors from two ver...
Josh Brolin Narrates History's MANKIND THE STORY OF ALL OF US, Premiering Tonight, 11/13
by TV News Desk - November 13, 2012
HISTORY announces acclaimed actor and Oscar nominee Josh Brolin (Milk, No Country for Old Men, W. and the upcoming Gangster Squad) as Narrator for the epic 12-hour / six night television event, MANKIND THE STORY OF ALL OF US which will premiere tonight, November 13 at 9pm ET....
by TV News Desk - November 13, 2012
HISTORY announces acclaimed actor and Oscar nominee Josh Brolin (Milk, No Country for Old Men, W. and the upcoming Gangster Squad) as Narrator for the epic 12-hour / six night television event, MANKIND THE STORY OF ALL OF US which will premiere tonight, November 13 at 9pm ET....
History Channel to Examine Recent Storms in SUPERSTORM 2012: HELL AND HIGH WATER, 11/18
by Claire Hannum - November 09, 2012
HISTORY's new one-hour special SUPERSTORM 2012: HELL AND HIGH WATER (working title), premiering Sunday, November 18 at 9 p.m., is the story of a superstorm that is changing the way we think about the weather and our world. ...
by Claire Hannum - November 09, 2012
HISTORY's new one-hour special SUPERSTORM 2012: HELL AND HIGH WATER (working title), premiering Sunday, November 18 at 9 p.m., is the story of a superstorm that is changing the way we think about the weather and our world. ...
History Launches New PAWNSTARS.COM Website
by Caryn Robbins - November 05, 2012
HISTORY continues its brand expansion across digital platforms with the launch of PawnStars.com - a new website portal where fans of the television series, PAWN STARS, can pawn items via Pawngo, watch episodes of Pawn Stars, play the hugely popular PAWN STARS Facebook game, purchase merchandise and ...
by Caryn Robbins - November 05, 2012
HISTORY continues its brand expansion across digital platforms with the launch of PawnStars.com - a new website portal where fans of the television series, PAWN STARS, can pawn items via Pawngo, watch episodes of Pawn Stars, play the hugely popular PAWN STARS Facebook game, purchase merchandise and ...
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