Carrier

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  • TV-14
  • 2008
  • 1 Season
  • 8.4  (640)

Carrier is a documentary television series that premiered on PBS in 2008. Chronicling the daily lives of the crew of the USS Nimitz, the show explores the challenges and triumphs faced by sailors living and working on the largest aircraft carrier in the world. Over the course of ten episodes, viewers are given an inside look at virtually every aspect of life on board, from the daily duties of sailors and officers to the complexities of military operations and the emotional tolls of life at sea.

The show

Carrier is a series that ran for 1 seasons (10 episodes) between April 27, 2008 and on PBS

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Seasons
Full Circle
10. Full Circle
May 1, 2008
The journey home, and the reunions at the pier.
Get Home-itis
9. Get Home-itis
May 1, 2008
A six-month absence places a heavy burden on relationships.
True Believers
8. True Believers
April 30, 2008
This episode explores the many expressions of faith on board the USS Nimitz.
Rites of Passage
7. Rites of Passage
April 30, 2008
The last day in the Gulf before the Nimitz heads home.
Groundhog Day
6. Groundhog Day
April 29, 2008
After two months in the Gulf, one day starts to become indistinguishable from the next.
Show of Force
5. Show of Force
April 29, 2008
The USS Nimitz has neared it's deployment at sea as the Navy holds seminars to help the sailors adjust to civilian life after 6 months of duty. Family members are allowed on board for the final leg of the cruise in what is called "Tiger Cruise." The sailors reflect on their experiences at sea during their tour of duty.
Squared Away
4. Squared Away
April 28, 2008
The pilots have made their return from the last days in the Persian Gulf without dropping their bombs. A formal ceremony takes place aboard the Nimitz as the crew celebrates the crossing of the equator. The ship is rocked by a storm while crossing the South Indian Ocean. Also, a look at the religious practices among the crew while aboard the ship, which ranges from the tradition religions to Wicca.
Super Secrets
3. Super Secrets
April 28, 2008
Many aspects of life on a nuclear aircraft carrier are hush-hush.
Controlled.Chaos
2. Controlled.Chaos
April 28, 2008
The exploration of the secret itinerary and location of the USS Nimitz, shows the classified side of the ship. Included is the relationship policy among the male and female crew members who have a relationship aboard the ship known as "don't ask, don't tell." Also, a look at troubles that can arise between officers and subordinates, and the relief of tension from going on port call.
All Hands
1. All Hands
April 27, 2008
The USS Nimitz leaves port tonight headed for the Persian Gulf. The sailors say goodbye to their families and friends and begin their long journey to the War Zone. Also, a look at the communities onboard, including those who give the signals to launch the aircraft, known as "shooters," "ordance personnel known as "ordies," and the pilots of the F/A-18 Hornet, who fly along with the Black Aces, Hoboes and the Marines' Red Devils.
Description

Carrier is a documentary television series that premiered on PBS in 2008. Chronicling the daily lives of the crew of the USS Nimitz, the show explores the challenges and triumphs faced by sailors living and working on the largest aircraft carrier in the world. Over the course of ten episodes, viewers are given an inside look at virtually every aspect of life on board, from the daily duties of sailors and officers to the complexities of military operations and the emotional tolls of life at sea.

The show

Carrier is a series that ran for 1 seasons (10 episodes) between April 27, 2008 and on PBS

Where to Watch Carrier
Carrier is available for streaming on the PBS website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Carrier on demand at Amazon Prime, Amazon and Apple TV.
  • Premiere Date
    April 27, 2008
  • IMDB Rating
    8.4  (640)
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