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Mark and Jay Duplass' docuseries tells the story of Elizabeth Carmichael, "who rose to prominence when she released a fuel-efficient three-wheeled vehicle during the 1970s gas crisis," says HBO. "As she wins over major carmakers and investors, a web of mystery unfolds regarding the car’s technology and Carmichael’s surprising past. A portrait of an extraordinary entrepreneur’s rise and eventual fall, the series explores a one-of-a-kind story of fraud, family, and identity." The Lady and the Dale premieres Jan. 31.