All My Children was the quintessential soap opera for over four decades, as it had effective storylines, powerful characters, and unpredictable plot twists.

While some former soap opera staples like As the World Turns and Guiding Light have now ended, others are still going… and as dramatic as ever with some wild tropes to keep the plot going.

“There are elements of soap opera in every dramatic television show,” adds Jon Hamm. “It was the first binge-watch.” The Story of Soaps will offer viewers a deep dive into the rich ...