Doomsday: 10 Ways the World Will End

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  • 2016
  • 1 Season
  • 7.0  (147)

Doomsday: 10 Ways the World Will End is a gripping and informative documentary series that explores what could happen if the worst-case scenarios of natural and man-made disasters occur. Hosted by three experts – Dan Nachtrab, a survival expert, Trevor S. Valle, a geologist, and Tomas Johansson, an engineer – the series examines the ten most likely ways that the world as we know it could come to an end. Each episode of the series explores a different catastrophic scenario, from the horrifying possibility of a supervolcano eruption to the terrifying prospect of a deadly virus outbreak. Through expert analysis, illustrations, and stunning visual effects, the series takes viewers on a journey through each disaster, examining the science behind it and exploring the potential impact on the planet and the human race. One of the most intriguing episodes of the series is focused on the dangers of asteroid impact. With the memory of the Chelyabinsk meteor still fresh in people's minds, the episode examines the possibility of a much larger asteroid striking Earth, and what the impact of such an event could be. Through interviews with scientists and researchers, the episode explains the technology being developed to track and deflect potentially deadly asteroids. Another episode of the series delves into the increasing likelihood of a global cyberattack. With the rise in technology dependence, the vulnerability of countries and their populations to such an attack is a very real concern. The episode explores the threats that exist and what governments and corporations are doing to prepare and prevent a catastrophic event. The series also looks at the potential for a massive solar storm that could knock out power grids across the globe. By examining past events and the latest scientific research, the episode explains how a solar storm could have devastating consequences for our increasingly connected and reliant world. Other scenarios explored in the series include the dangers of nuclear war, the impact of climate change on the planet, and the potential for a devastating earthquake. Each episode offers a wealth of information and expert analysis, presented in an engaging and accessible manner that will leave viewers both informed and entertained. Overall, Doomsday: 10 Ways the World Will End is a fascinating and thought-provoking documentary series that provides a sobering look at the potential disasters that could bring about the end of the world as we know it. With expert analysis, stunning visual effects, and gripping storytelling, the series is sure to captivate and inform viewers of all ages.

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Deep Sea Disaster
10. Deep Sea Disaster
December 30, 2016
Ocean currents control the climate around the world. When they suddenly stop, it unleashes an endless cascade of weather disasters, including blizzards, superstorms, wildfires, widespread drought, and rapid sea level rise.
Alien Invasion
9. Alien Invasion
December 30, 2016
Rogue aliens launch a surprise attack on Earth, destroying cities, destroying world governments and unleashing a deadly virus.
Earth Out of Orbit
8. Earth Out of Orbit
November 4, 2016
Earth is pulled out of its orbit, sending it on a collision course with the sun and triggering massive hurricanes, sandstorms and a deadly heatwave.
Mega Eruption
7. Mega Eruption
October 28, 2016
For the first time in human history, a volcanic hyper eruption blows through the surface of the Earth. Explosive shock waves tear apart buildings, molten rock slam into cities, and a deafening sound circles the globe. A bad day for Planet Earth gets worse as volcanic gas blocks out sunlight, food chains collapse, and epic famine threatens the very future of mankind.
Gamma Ray Burst
6. Gamma Ray Burst
October 28, 2016
The most powerful blast of cosmic radiation in the Universe is just seconds from slamming into Planet Earth. When a gamma ray burst from two colliding stars hits the atmosphere, the deadly radiation delivers agonizing death and immediately wipes out half the planet.
Nuclear War
5. Nuclear War
October 21, 2016
World War 3 breaks out and a nuclear nightmare becomes reality as thousands of hydrogen bombs destroy the world’s greatest cities. A deadly fallout of ash and debris creates a Nuclear Winter, plunging the planet into a sudden Ice Age. Crops fail worldwide and mass starvation drives humanity to the brink of extinction.
Solar Storm
4. Solar Storm
October 21, 2016
When Earth gets hit by a deadly Solar Storm a massive chunk of the Sun our planet's electrical system turns into a smoking ruin. How does modern civilization cope without power?
Rogue Planet
3. Rogue Planet
October 14, 2016
There are twice as many rogue planets as stars in the galaxy. So what might happen if a ringed planet the size of Neptune were on a collision course with Earth? Within a period of just four hours, as people flee in panic, the gravity from the rogue planet would tear apart the Moon.
Black Hole
2. Black Hole
October 7, 2016
Human civilization is under attack from a catastrophic--but unseen--threat from space. A supermassive black hole is moving toward Earth at almost the speed of light. As this celestial killer approaches our planet, its enormous gravitational forces trigger earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, and tsunamis larger than any the world has ever seen.
Killer Asteroid
1. Killer Asteroid
September 30, 2016
How humans might cope with falling rocks and debris, tsunamis, furnace-like temperatures, and fires in the aftermath of a killer asteroid; 65 million years ago, an asteroid led to the downfall of the dinosaurs.
Description

Doomsday: 10 Ways the World Will End is a gripping and informative documentary series that explores what could happen if the worst-case scenarios of natural and man-made disasters occur. Hosted by three experts – Dan Nachtrab, a survival expert, Trevor S. Valle, a geologist, and Tomas Johansson, an engineer – the series examines the ten most likely ways that the world as we know it could come to an end.

Each episode of the series explores a different catastrophic scenario, from the horrifying possibility of a supervolcano eruption to the terrifying prospect of a deadly virus outbreak. Through expert analysis, illustrations, and stunning visual effects, the series takes viewers on a journey through each disaster, examining the science behind it and exploring the potential impact on the planet and the human race.

One of the most intriguing episodes of the series is focused on the dangers of asteroid impact. With the memory of the Chelyabinsk meteor still fresh in people's minds, the episode examines the possibility of a much larger asteroid striking Earth, and what the impact of such an event could be. Through interviews with scientists and researchers, the episode explains the technology being developed to track and deflect potentially deadly asteroids.

Another episode of the series delves into the increasing likelihood of a global cyberattack. With the rise in technology dependence, the vulnerability of countries and their populations to such an attack is a very real concern. The episode explores the threats that exist and what governments and corporations are doing to prepare and prevent a catastrophic event.

The series also looks at the potential for a massive solar storm that could knock out power grids across the globe. By examining past events and the latest scientific research, the episode explains how a solar storm could have devastating consequences for our increasingly connected and reliant world.

Other scenarios explored in the series include the dangers of nuclear war, the impact of climate change on the planet, and the potential for a devastating earthquake. Each episode offers a wealth of information and expert analysis, presented in an engaging and accessible manner that will leave viewers both informed and entertained.

Overall, Doomsday: 10 Ways the World Will End is a fascinating and thought-provoking documentary series that provides a sobering look at the potential disasters that could bring about the end of the world as we know it. With expert analysis, stunning visual effects, and gripping storytelling, the series is sure to captivate and inform viewers of all ages.

Doomsday: 10 Ways the World Will End is a series that is currently running and has 1 seasons (10 episodes). The series first aired on September 30, 2016.

Where to Watch Doomsday: 10 Ways the World Will End

Doomsday: 10 Ways the World Will End is available for streaming on the History website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Doomsday: 10 Ways the World Will End on demand at Google Play and Apple TV.

  • Premiere Date
    September 30, 2016
  • IMDB Rating
    7.0  (147)