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When Big Things Go Wrong

8.520211 seasonTV-14TV SeriesDocumentaryReality

This new original docuseries looks at some of the world’s worst real-life engineering disasters and seeks an answer to the question of what caused the calamity. News footage is interwoven with innovative and illuminating graphics, eyewitness accounts and commentary from experts.

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Seasons & Episodes

E1
Overloaded
Oct 10, 2021
E2
Ripple Effect
Oct 17, 2021
E3
Man vs. Machine
Oct 24, 2021
E4
Doomed From The Start
Oct 31, 2021
E5
Hidden Flaws
Nov 7, 2021
E6
House of Cards
Nov 14, 2021

Cast

Mocean Melvin
Mocean Melvin
Narrator

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When Big Things Go Wrong — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams When Big Things Go Wrong?

When Big Things Go Wrong is streaming on Philo and History in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is When Big Things Go Wrong on Netflix?

No, When Big Things Go Wrong is not on Netflix in United States as of August 2026. It's currently on Philo and History.

Is When Big Things Go Wrong on Amazon Prime Video?

When Big Things Go Wrong isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch When Big Things Go Wrong for free?

When Big Things Go Wrong is available on Philo and History in United States, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

How many seasons are in When Big Things Go Wrong?

When Big Things Go Wrong has 1 season in total (6 episodes). The series concluded in 2021.

Are all episodes of When Big Things Go Wrong out yet?

Yes — all 6 episodes across 1 season of When Big Things Go Wrong are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 2 of When Big Things Go Wrong?

No — When Big Things Go Wrong ended after 1 season, so there is no Season 2.