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Dedicated investigators uncover the devastating chain of circumstances that caused a maritime disaster. With the evidence at the bottom of the sea, ingenuity is required to find the cause – whether it is human error or the uncontrollable ocean.
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Checked Jul 22, 2026
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Dedicated investigators uncover the devastating chain of circumstances that caused a maritime disaster. With the evidence at the bottom of the sea, ingenuity is required to find the cause – whether it is human error or the uncontrollable ocean.
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Episode 1
The loss of a huge container ship leads baffled investigators to the bottom of the ocean. Why did an experienced crew end up on a deadly course?
Directed by David TebbyWritten by Christopher BlowGuest stars Brian Young, Captain Jason Neubauer, Sean Payne, Captain Chris Hearn, Andy Bowen
Episode 2
On board the Norman Atlantic in 2014, a deadly and disastrous fire broke out. What caused the ferocious flames on this passenger ferry and why did it spread so quickly?
Directed by David TebbyWritten by Christopher Blow, Greg GransdenGuest stars Matteo De Cola, Captain Chris Hearn
Episode 3
In March 2006, the Queen of the North sank after running aground on Gil Island in Wright Sound. What caused this historically strong and sturdy vessel to sink?
Directed by Tim WolochatiukWritten by Dave BeneGuest stars Captain Chris Hearn
Episode 4
Fishing boats sink frequently in the Bering Sea, but normally at least some of the crew survive. What happened to the fishermen on the Arctic Rose in 2001?
Directed by Tim WolochatiukWritten by Peter Findlay, Julia Nunes
Episode 5
In March 2009, scallop fishing boat, the Lady Mary sank off the coast of New Jersey, killing six crew and leaving only one survivor. What happened to the Lady Mary?
Directed by Tim WolochatiukWritten by Laurel Baker
Episode 6
In October 2003, The Andrew Barbieri, a ferry between Manhattan and Staten Island crashed into a pier, killing eleven people and injuring many more. How did this happen?
Directed by Tim WolochatiukWritten by Christopher Blow
Episode information updated Jul 23, 2026
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