We Make History

History is Our Passion

Wide Awake Films is an award-winning team dedicated to creating films, interactives, and virtual reality productions that breathe new life into the stories of our past.

Our love of history shows in our work.

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Television / Streaming

Impossible Escapes: Civil War

This six-episode series produced for CuriosityStream features some of the most daring escapes of the American Civil War and includes some of our favorite live-action recreations.

Television / Broadcast

American Artist: The Life & Times of George Bingham

This feature-length documentary explores artist George Bingham’s idyllic depiction of late 19th-century America in contrast with the harsh reality of the time. The film incorporates extensive live-action period recreations.

360° Installation

Civil War 1864: A Virtual Reality Experience

“Civil War 1864” is a virtual reality experience that places you within the battlefields and hospitals of the Civil War. This ambitious 360 VR film currently boasts over 35 million views on YouTube.

Streaming

Brothers in Valor Series

This series was a special project in partnership with The American Battlefield Trust, visiting three historic battlefields alongside living recipients of the Medal of Honor as they told their heroic stories.

We Partner with Leading Museums, Cultural Organizations, and Channels

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250th Anniversary

As we approach the 250th birthday of the United States in 2026, Wide Awake Films is working with streaming platforms, leading museums, and cultural organizations to create documentaries, interactives, and museum content that will share the full story of our nation with new generations. See how Wide Awake Films can work with you to support your 250th anniversary needs.

250th Topic Areas


Revolutionary War


American Civil War


The Founding Era


Westward Expansion


African-American Experience


Women in American History


Immigration & Citizenship

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Series Design and Scripting

We produce original series for leading television channels and streaming platforms

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3D Animation and Motion Graphics

We produce sophisticated 3D elements and motion graphics to drive storytelling

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Authentic Recreations

We bring history to life through authentic live-action recreations

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Virtual Reality

See how we use Virtual Reality to place the viewer directly into the historical action.

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Map of Boston with 3D soldiers and ships around Boston

Animated Maps

Learn more about our award-winning animated map presentations

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Museum Interactives

Our media-rich, interactive offerings will energize your museum experience.

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Step-In Videos (VR)

Cutting-edge VR mash-ups of historical and modern imagery

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Drone Videography

See how we use drones and aerial video to give the viewer exciting new perspectives

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Other Capabilities


Historical Research


Stock Footage


Graphic Design


Digital Asset Management Consulting

Mary Koik, Director of Communications for the American Battlefield Trust

“You couldn’t ask for a better partner than Wide Awake. Not only did they create a truly amazing video for our site, but they were so professional and wonderful to work with.”

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Wide Awake Studios

Our Wide Awake Studios team works with leading corporations and organizations to create award-winning media for their needs.

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