The series quickly established itself as a standout new title, blending national history with a game show structure, and resonating with audiences through its fresh and engaging take on the past. It was further recognised at the Danish TV Prisen with a double nomination.
Building on this momentum, DR has greenlit a second season while also expanding the brand with a youth special currently in production, set for Halloween.
History Hunters turns a nation’s history into an epic competition, as two celebrity teams race through real historic locations, solving puzzles and uncovering surprising stories from their country’s past — all leading to a final showdown.
The format was launched internationally by Primitives at MIPCOM 2025 and has already been optioned in six territories, including Germany and Spain, underlining its strong global potential.
Primitives distributes History Hunters internationally.
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