Uncovering the Rise, Fall & Scandals of Founder Bob Guccione, the series reveals secrets behind the Iconic Adult Magazine that Redefined Desire and Sensuality.
History TV18 brings to Indian audiences the sensational docu-series Secrets of Penthouse, a bold and gripping deep dive into the life of Bob Guccione — the man who built a multi-million-dollar empire with Penthouse Magazine, then lost it all. This revealing late-night series, premiering 14th March, Fridays at 11PM, only on History TV18, exposes the extraordinary rise and catastrophic fall of Guccione. He was the man who redefined adult entertainment by taking on Playboy. But that cost him dearly. He left his family shattered in his pursuit of fame, fortune, and forbidden pleasures.
With unprecedented access to the Guccione family’s private archives and exclusive interviews with his children, Secrets of Penthouse offers a never-before-seen look into the price of Bob’s obsession with power and pleasure – behind the glitz, was a family torn apart. For the first time, his youngest son Nick and daughter Nina break their silence, revealing shocking stories of growing up in a home filled with secrets, where sex was business, and scandal was the norm.
For Indian viewers, Secrets of Penthouse offers a fascinating look at how the Penthouse brand, once synonymous with controversy in the West, has a surprising connection with Bollywood. Before adult entertainment star Sunny Leone became a Bollywood sensation, she was crowned Penthouse Pet of the Year, a title that launched her into the global spotlight. The show features her in candid conversation where she shares insights into working at Penthouse, and her own encounter with Bob Guccione, offering fans a glimpse into a pivotal chapter of this wild saga—one that’s certain to intrigue audiences.
Across four explosive episodes, the series pulls back the curtain on Bob’s audacious rise – from a struggling photographer in the 1960s to media tycoon in the 1980s and eventual bankruptcy. It digs into his scandalous affairs and controversial films like Caligula. The series also traces the unravelling of Bob’s family ties and empire, with the dawn of the internet age, bringing to light the dark side of his adult entertainment business.
This is not just the story of an empire built on erotica – it’s a tale of power, desire, ambition, and ultimate downfall. With bold storytelling, stunning visuals, access to archival footage and photographs from the vaults, and exclusive interviews with former Pets, employees and family members, Secrets of Penthouse promises to be a gripping watch.
Tune in to History TV18 and uncover the secrets behind the empire that seduced the world. Whether you know Penthouse from its infamous legacy or its Bollywood connection through Sunny Leone, this is a story that will draw you in from the get-go.
Secrets of Penthouse
Premieres 14th March, Fridays at 11PM
Only on History TV18
