Challenger: The Final Flight

Engineers, officials and the crew members' families provide their perspective on the 1986 Space Shuttle Challenger disaster and its aftermath.

Documentary

Engineers, officials and the crew members' families provide their perspective on the 1986 Space Shuttle Challenger disaster and its aftermath.

Documentary

Created By: Steven LeckartGlen Zipper
First Aired on: Sep 16, 2020
Popularity: 10.1021: 136 votes
Networks
Production: Bad Robot (US)Sutter Road Picture Company (US)Zipper Bros Films (US)
Status: Ended: Show Ended

Total 1 seasons, 4 episodes

Aired 5 years ago

4 Episodes

Episode 1Space for Everyone44 min
The new Space Shuttle program captivates America and draws a diverse, determined crop of astronauts. But safety issues arise out of public view.
Episode 2HELP!42 min
To revive public interest, NASA chooses teacher Christa McAuliffe to be the first civilian on the Shuttle. Issues with the solid rocket boosters linger.
Episode 3A Major Malfunction41 min
After several delays, the crew prepares for launch as engineers and NASA officials tensely discuss concerns about the O-rings and a cold weather launch.
Episode 4Nothing Ends Here53 min
Challenger's shocking explosion devastates the families of the crew as well as millions watching live, and an investigation puts NASA on the defensive.