TV series
Engineers, officials and the crew members' families provide their perspective on the 1986 Space Shuttle Challenger disaster and its aftermath.
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Engineers, officials and the crew members' families provide their perspective on the 1986 Space Shuttle Challenger disaster and its aftermath.
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Episode 1
The new Space Shuttle program captivates America and draws a diverse, determined crop of astronauts. But safety issues arise out of public view.
Directed by Daniel Junge, Steven LeckartGuest stars June Scobee Rodgers, William Harwood, Frederick Gregory, John Zarrella, Richard O. Covey, Steve Nesbitt, Allan McDonald, Richard Cook
Episode 2
To revive public interest, NASA chooses teacher Christa McAuliffe to be the first civilian on the Shuttle. Issues with the solid rocket boosters linger.
Directed by Daniel Junge, Steven LeckartGuest stars Peter Billingsley, June Scobee Rodgers, William Harwood, Frederick Gregory, John Zarrella, Richard O. Covey, Steve Nesbitt, Allan McDonald
Episode 3
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.
Directed by Daniel Junge, Steven LeckartGuest stars Peter Billingsley, June Scobee Rodgers, William Harwood, Frederick Gregory, John Zarrella, Richard O. Covey, Steve Nesbitt, Allan McDonald
Episode 4
Challenger's shocking explosion devastates the families of the crew as well as millions watching live, and an investigation puts NASA on the defensive.
Directed by Daniel Junge, Steven LeckartGuest stars Peter Billingsley, June Scobee Rodgers, William Harwood, Frederick Gregory, John Zarrella, Richard O. Covey, Steve Nesbitt, Allan McDonald
Episode information updated Jul 23, 2026
Peter BillingsleySelf - Spokesperson, Young Astronaut Program
June Scobee RodgersSelf - Wife of Francis "Dick" Scobee
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