Back to Challenger: The Final Flight
Miniseries
2020
•4 EpisodesEpisodes
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1. Space for Everyone
Sep 16, 2020
44 min
7.7
The new Space Shuttle program captivates America and draws a diverse, determined crop of astronauts. But safety issues arise out of public view.
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2. HELP!
Sep 16, 2020
42 min
7.7
To revive public interest, NASA chooses teacher Christa McAuliffe to be the first civilian on the Shuttle. Issues with the solid rocket boosters linger.
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3. A Major Malfunction
Sep 16, 2020
41 min
7.8
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.
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4. Nothing Ends Here
Sep 16, 2020
53 min
8.0
Challenger's shocking explosion devastates the families of the crew as well as millions watching live, and an investigation puts NASA on the defensive.