CinemaOSSeries · 2007–2009 · 1 Season

National Geographic: Situation Critical

83%(3)IMDbDocumentary

In Situation Critical, we explore the unfolding action and the real people thrust into survivor mode by some of the most dramatic events in modern history. This fast-paced series takes you inside the seemingly stable events that became headline disasters in a matter of minutes. Each hour-long episode combines archival footage, accurate re-enactments, advanced CGI and firsthand accounts from those at the centre of the action. Building suspense with each heart-pounding movement, we vividly break down the terrifying moments — outlining the life-threatening risks, daring decisions, frantic communications, evolving tactics and last-ditch efforts developing with each decisive tick of the clock.

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Status
Ended
Language
EN
First aired
June 12, 2007
Last aired
August 13, 2009
Seasons
1
Episodes
13
Network
National Geographic

Season 1

Episodes

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Featuring

Cast & crew

2 credited
Starring
Rufus Jones

Rufus Jones

Narrator

John Benjamin Hickey

John Benjamin Hickey

Narrator (US)

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