Kubrick's Moon Landing Confession: A Fake Interview
Director Stanely Kubrick is well known for critically acclaimed films like "2001: A Space Odyssey." However, in 2015, a YouTube video suggested he had a role in an even more well-known project.
Chinese Rover Debunked Moon Landing Doubts
On Jan. 4, 2019, the World News Daily Report published a satirical article falsely claiming that Chinese officials doubted the authenticity of American moon landings.
Neil Armstrong's Nonexistent "Mr. Gorsky" Gaffe
In 1995, a humorous story circulated, claiming that during the first manned moon landing, Neil Armstrong said, "Good luck, Mr. Gorsky," as a reference to an inappropriate encounter his neighbors.
Buzz Aldrin's Alleged Moon Landing Admission
This one was a little hard to picture. In July 2018, footage surfaced allegedly showing Buzz Aldrin admitting to a child that he never went to the moon. What a dream crusher.
Astronaut Helmet Hoax: Misinterpretation of Photos
It's common knowledge that you can't breathe in space. But conspiracy theorists have used a photo of a group of astronauts allegedly not wearing their helmets on the surface of the moon to try to prove.
Ron Howard's Role in Moon Landing Conspiracy Theories
On March 26, 2016, a YouTube video by "RussianVids" claimed the 1969 moon landing was a hoax, citing a scene from the TV series Arrested Development.
Apollo 11 "Outtake" Exposed as Parody
The moon landing hoax theory, suggesting the Apollo missions were staged on Earth, popped up in 1969 amid distrust in the government and technological advancements.
The Fictional Navajo Moon Message Myth
In 1966, during Apollo mission preparations, NASA personnel allegedly encountered Navajo locals near Tuba City. Mistaken for "Lunar creatures," the Navajo asked to send a message to the moon.
Nixon's Oval Office Moon Photo Misconception
In February 2024, a conspiracy theory surfaced suggesting a photo of President Nixon on the phone with Apollo 11 astronauts had a moon landing picture in the background, implying a hoax.