Survival Mode
Series Premiere:
TV14
Documentary
Drama
Real people tell their incredible true stories of survival in the face of life-changing disasters.
Upcoming TV Airings
The airings below are based on a generic national schedule. Times and dates can vary by TV provider.
Saturday, July 12
Joplin Tornado
Season 1 • Episode 1
In May of 2011, the deadliest U.S. tornado in more than 60 years suddenly engulfs Joplin, Missouri.
Monday, July 14
Maui Wildfires New
Season 1 • Episode 2
As flames overtake Lahaina, residents and tourists attempt to survive Hawaii's deadliest wildfire.
Monday, July 21
Hurricane Ian New
Season 1 • Episode 3
As Hurricane Ian devastates Fort Myers Beach, residents face Florida's deadliest storm in decades.
Monday, July 28
The Derailment of Amtrak 501 New
Season 1 • Episode 4
When a speeding train derails on its inaugural run, passengers must find the will to survive.
Matt Roush says...
With hurricane and travel season in full swing, a docuseries from NBC News Studios relives recent natural and transportation disasters with rare footage and interviews with survivors, loved ones and first responders. The premiere recalls the devastation of 2011’s tornado in Joplin, Missouri, causing families and other citizens to fight to survive the nation’s deadliest twister in more than 60 years.
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