Episode 1
Parmesan, Runways, Reclining Chairs
22m
A look at how to make parmesan cheese, and the key to keeping the runways running at the world's busiest airports. Plus, a look at manufacturing reclining chairs
Where to watch How Do They Do It?
TV series
How Do They Do It?
2006TV-G17 seasons7.5 / 10
An insider's look at the engineering and scientific miracles behind the things that form the modern world.
Streaming, rental and purchase options
Where to watch in United States
Checked Jul 22, 2026
How Do They Do It? is available to stream on DirecTV On Demand, Discovery+, Discovery+ (Via Amazon Prime), HBO (Via Hulu), HBO Max, Max (Via Amazon Prime), Philo, Prime Video, Amazon Freevee, Hoopla, Plex, Spectrum On Demand, The Roku Channel, and Tubi in United States. You can also rent or buy it from Google Play, Amazon, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home. Use the direct links below to open the provider.
Stream
Watch free
Synopsis
An insider's look at the engineering and scientific miracles behind the things that form the modern world.
Season 11 episodes
Choose an episode, then use the watch options above for the show.
Episode 2
Carpets, Skis, Niagara Power
22m
A look at ways to weave an authentic Turkish carpet, and how helicopter blade technology is being used to make cross country skis. Plus, the practicalities behind the Niagara Falls
Where to watch How Do They Do It?
Episode 3
Nori, Beer Bottles, Shark Deterrents
22m
A look at how sea weed for sushi is farmed, how a beer bottle is made that lasts for fifteen years and how they keep swimmers and surfers off a sharks menu.
Where to watch How Do They Do It?
Episode 4
Brass, Ice Patrol, Penjing
22m
Examining how the street lamps of Venice are cast, and how tiny trees are grown for the ancient Chinese art of penjing.
Where to watch How Do They Do It?
Episode 5
Racing Bikes, Stunt Pilots, Oil Well
22m
A look at how one of the fastest bikes in the world was created, how pilots train to perform death-defying acrobatics, and how oil and gas is brought up from the bottom of the sea.
Where to watch How Do They Do It?
Episode 6
Bagels, Racing Tires, Liuli Glass
22m
A look at how New York bagels are hand-rolled, how they make a racing car tyre that will grip the track at 320kph, and how life-like sculptures are created out of glass.
Where to watch How Do They Do It?
Episode 7
Trash Collecting in Venice, Australian Sheepskin, Pond Algae
22m
A look at how waste is collected in Venice, how Australia's famous sheepskin boots are made, and how pond algae is turned into a health supplement
Where to watch How Do They Do It?
Episode 8
Turkish Delight. Silver. Sunscreen
22m
Examining how rosebuds are turned into Turkish delight, and how sunscreen is made to block out harmful UV light. Plus, how to hammer out a silver spoon.
Where to watch How Do They Do It?
Episode 9
Canvas. Stinky Tofu. Bottle Recycling
22m
A look at how the world's finest canvases are created, how tofu is made, and how to get 50 drinks out of a single bottle of beer.
Where to watch How Do They Do It?
Episode 10
Beekeeping. Trikes. Body Armour
22m
An insight into how people care for bees, plus a look at how to build a trike that can carry a whole family and how to stop a bullet with a sheet of ceramic.
Where to watch How Do They Do It?
Episode 11
Heat-Proof Glass. ATMs. Pagani
22m
An insight into how the minerals that are an essential ingredient in glass cookware are mined, and a look at how money is kept safe and secure inside cash machines.
Where to watch How Do They Do It?
Episode 12
Aquavit, Motorcycle Racing Suits, Cleaning a Cathedral
22m
How the alcoholic spirit aquavit is made, and how kangaroos help protect motorcycle riders in a crash. Plus, a look at the cleaning of New York's St Patrick's Cathedral
Where to watch How Do They Do It?
Episode 13
Dock Cranes, Plastic Bags, Baubles
22m
How do they build a port ready to receive huge container ships? How do they make 28 million plastic bags a day? How do they blow the glass to make...
Where to watch How Do They Do It?
Episode 14
Balsamic Vinegar, Drysuits, Stunt Plane
22m
How do they make the world's most expensive vinegar? How do they keep divers warm in the freezing ocean? How do they build a plane that can fly upside down?
Where to watch How Do They Do It?
Episode 15
Super Steel, Wool, Kiteboards
22m
A look at the process of forging super steel to make cars lighter, greener and safer, and how Australia's 80 million sheep are sheared every spring.
Where to watch How Do They Do It?
Episode 16
Soybean Matress, Aircraft Seats, Bra Design
22m
The technological processes involved in keeping people comfortable, entertained and safe with the latest aircraft seats, and a look at the design of bras with aerospace technology.
Where to watch How Do They Do It?
Episode 17
Dry Wall, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Statuettes, Skytruck
22m
How plasterboard is made from power station smoke, the casting of the world's top awards, and how planes are built that can take off and land almost anywhere.
Where to watch How Do They Do It?
Episode 18
Car Windows, Glossy Lipstick
22m
How car windows are made to keep out wind and rain, stones, thieves, noise and harmful UV rays. Plus, a look at the way gloss is added to create the perfect shade of lipstick
Where to watch How Do They Do It?
Episode 19
Madeira, Aircraft Seats, Batteries
22m
A look at how George Washington's favourite tipple is made, how aircraft seats are tested without crashing a plane, and the manufacturing processes behind billions of batteries
Where to watch How Do They Do It?
Episode 20
Nickel, Canal Locks, Bubble Tea
22mfinale
A look at how nickel is mined, how the lock gates for canals are built so that barges and boats can climb hills, and the processes involved in creating Taiwan's beloved bubble tea
Where to watch How Do They Do It?Episode information updated Jul 23, 2026
More about How Do They Do It?
Cast
Rupert Degas
Robert LlewellynNaz OsmanogluSelf
Jeff Wilburn
Production details
- Status
- Returning Series
- Series type
- Documentary
- Episodes
- 287
- Original language
- English
Networks & production
DiscoveryUnited States- WAGtv
You may also like
More shows like How Do They Do It?.
Available nowMegaStructures
Similar story and audience
Available nowMysteries at the Museum
Similar story and audience
Available nowThrough the Wormhole
Similar story and audience
Available nowHow It's Made
Similar story and audience
Available nowThe Story of Film: An Odyssey
Similar story and audience
Available nowGrand Designs
Similar story and audience