American Playboy: The Hugh Hefner Story — Season 1, Episode 2: Birth of the Centerfold: The Girl Next Door

Episode synopsis

Hugh Hefner convinces his new subscription manager to pose as the magazine's first centerfold and "the girl next door" becomes Playboy's formula for success.

About American Playboy: The Hugh Hefner Story

A fascinating docuseries chronicling Playboy magazine’s charismatic founder, Hugh Hefner, and his impact on global culture. Told from his unique perspective with never-before-seen footage from his private archive, discover the captivating story about the man behind the bunny.

More episodes from Season 1

• E1Before the Bunny: Marilyn Monroe
• E3Becoming Mr. Playboy
• E4Members Only: The Playboy Club
• E5The Playboy Interview
• E6Rebel with a Cause: Civil Liberties and Government Crackdowns
• E7Below the Belt: Playboy and the Pubic Wars
• E8Sex, Drugs and DEA Investigations
• E9Down the Rabbit Hole: The Dorothy Stratten Murder
• E10My Way