History TV is unveiling a programming block called ‘Fact & Film’ to attract a male-skewed 25-54 demo beginning May 29 at 8 p.m. ‘Fact & Film’ couples an hour-long documentary that examines a world event and a blockbuster feature inspired by the true tale.
Kicking it off is the network premiere of doc Protecting the President followed by In the Line of Fire, starring Clint Eastwood. Anne Medina will host the strand. June 12 at 8 p.m. brings yet another doc, The Truth About Friendly Fire and accompanying film Courage Under Fire. On July 10, the documentary Deadly Enemies reveals the history behind biological weapons followed by the 1995 feature Outbreak. Sponsorship opportunities are available.