A&E Network Premiering Playboy Docuseries

Secrets of Playboy, a documentary series that explores the complex world and empire created by Hugh Hefner, is set to bow on A&E Network next year.

With a modern lens, Secrets of Playboy delves into the hidden truths behind the fable and philosophy of Playboy and examines its far-reaching consequences on our culture’s view of power and sexuality. The series features archival footage and exclusive interviews with insiders.

Secrets of Playboy will include interviews with Miki Garcia, former director of Playmate Promotions; past girlfriends of Hefner’s such as Holly Madison, Bridget Marquardt and Sondra Theodore; Hefner’s personal valet Stefan Tetenbaum; Bunny Mother PJ Masten; Playboy Mansion West resident Jennifer Saginor; and members of Hefner’s staff and inner circle.

Produced by Industrial Media’s The Intellectual Property Corporation (IPC) for A&E Network, Secrets of Playboy is executive produced by IPC’s Eli Holzman, Aaron Saidman and Matt Shanfield along with Alexandra Dean, who is an executive producer, showrunner and director. The series is co-directed by Arlene Nelson. Elaine Frontain Bryant, Brad Abramson and Dolores Gavin serve as executive producers for A&E. A+E Networks holds worldwide distribution rights for Secrets of Playboy.

Elaine Frontain Bryant, executive VP and head of programming for A&E, said: “The fantasy world of Playboy has been shrouded in secrecy for decades, and we are proud to lift the veil on these long-hidden stories. Breaking down barriers and exposing the truth, Secrets of Playboy is a masterful example of brave storytelling that takes an unflinching look at the personal effects of Hugh Hefner’s empire, while also exploring his legacy’s larger influence on our society and modern-day views of sexuality.”