Dreamwrecks

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  • TV-G
  • 2013
  • 1 Season
  • 0.0  (6)

Dreamwrecks is a science documentary series that premiered on Pure Science in 2006. The show is produced and directed by Stephen Martin, creator of the popular TV series "Extreme Machines," and narrated by actor Stacy Keach. The premise of this six-episode series is to investigate and explore the most significant and catastrophic maritime disasters in history. Each episode focuses on a single shipwreck, using advanced computer graphics and simulations, archival footage, and interviews with experts to recreate the moment when tragedy struck.

The series starts with a bang in the first episode, "The Wreck of the Titanic." The show takes viewers back in time to the fateful night of April 15, 1912, when the so-called "unsinkable" luxury liner sank after hitting an iceberg in the North Atlantic Ocean. Using state-of-the-art 3D animated graphics and interviews with historians and survivors, the episode vividly examines the factors that led to the disaster, from design flaws to human error.

In the second episode, "The Andrea Doria," the focus shifts to one of the worst peacetime maritime accidents in history. On July 25, 1956, the Italian ocean liner Andrea Doria collided with the MS Stockholm off the coast of Nantucket, Massachusetts. Using sonar images and interviews with divers and experts, the show paints a picture of the terrifying moments when passengers and crew scrambled to escape a sinking ship.

The third episode, "The Sinking of the Lusitania," explores one of the most controversial and tragic events of World War I. On May 7, 1915, a German submarine attacked and sank the British passenger liner Lusitania off the coast of Ireland, killing over 1,000 civilians, including 128 Americans. The show examines the reasons for the attack, the human toll, and the impact on the war effort and international relations.

The fourth episode, "The Sinking of the Wilhelm Gustloff," shifts focus to a lesser-known maritime disaster - but one that was just as devastating. On January 30, 1945, the German cruise ship Wilhelm Gustloff was torpedoed by a Soviet submarine, resulting in the deaths of approximately 9,000 passengers and crew members, most of them women and children. The show explores the context of the event, its causes, and the aftermath.

The fifth episode, "The Sinking of the Edmund Fitzgerald," is dedicated to a more recent maritime disaster. On November 10, 1975, the iron ore carrier SS Edmund Fitzgerald sank in Lake Superior during a severe storm, killing all 29 crew members on board. The show draws on eyewitness accounts, weather reports, and archival footage to reconstruct the events leading up to the tragic accident.

The final episode, "The Wrecking of the Costa Concordia," is arguably the most gripping and suspenseful of the series. On January 13, 2012, the Italian cruise ship Costa Concordia ran aground off the coast of Tuscany, causing the deaths of 32 people. The episode explores the man-made factors that contributed to the disaster, such as the captain's reckless behavior and the inadequacies of the evacuation procedures.

Overall, Dreamwrecks is a well-crafted and informative documentary series that skillfully combines dramatic storytelling with scientific analysis. Stephen Martin and his team of experts have done an excellent job of bringing the history and tragedy of these shipwrecks to life, invoking a sense of awe and horror at the same time. The use of computer graphics, animations, and underwater footage is particularly impressive, giving the viewers a sense of what it feels like to be onboard the doomed vessels. The series is a must-watch for anyone interested in maritime history, science, or engineering, and is a reminder of the perils and wonders of the open seas.

Dreamwrecks is a series that ran for 1 seasons (26 episodes) between February 27, 2013 and on Pure Science

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Weapon of War
26. Weapon of War
March 26, 2013
After 10 years under the sea, a former weapon of war is now waiting to be rediscovered.
Versatility Undersea
25. Versatility Undersea
March 26, 2013
Off the coast of the Cayman Islands, the team discovers that there is more than one way to explore the sea as they free dive, night dive, and wall dive the Caribbean.
Dangerous Depths
24. Dangerous Depths
March 25, 2013
The team goes on one of the most risky dives to a former freighter.
Fish Haven
23. Fish Haven
March 25, 2013
On this episode the dive team head to a ghost ship that is off the coast of Florida that is home for thousands of fish.
Luxury Liner
22. Luxury Liner
March 25, 2013
The RMS Rhone is a 100-year-old luxury liner that fell victim to one of the great ocean disasters of history.
Wreck Alley
21. Wreck Alley
March 25, 2013
3 dreamwrecks side by side, all on one tank of air! Also, see a sunken fishing boat turned underwater oasis by time and coral growth.
Dolphin's Den
20. Dolphin's Den
March 25, 2013
The dive team visits the Caribbean's largest reef which is the region's most spectacular dive site.
Sinking an Aircraft Carrier
19. Sinking an Aircraft Carrier
March 25, 2013
The team is chasing the story of the largest warships ever built all the way to the bottom.
Mangrove Maze
18. Mangrove Maze
March 24, 2013
The dive team visit the island of Roatan is home to mystical mangroves, magnificent marine life, and the clearest waters the ocean has to offer. But even here, the sea is an unpredictable force.
Earthquakes and Hurricane
17. Earthquakes and Hurricane
February 21, 2007
Often, natural disasters create only chaos and destruction. Here in Roatan Honduras, hurricanes and earthquakes have sculpted some of the world's most unique diving destinations.
Anegada Da Vita
16. Anegada Da Vita
December 29, 2006
The island of Anegada is home to the most treacherous navigational hazard of the Caribbean sea. The surrounding Horseshoe Reef can be perilous to passing ships.
Historic Behemoth
15. Historic Behemoth
March 21, 2013
This immense wreck carried tanks in WWII. After it's decommission it was converted into a freighter for commercial goods. Now the only thing its cargo holds carry is water.
Recycled Wreckage
14. Recycled Wreckage
March 21, 2013
The dive team visit old machinery, abandoned cars, and a one-time Christmas cargo carrier become one at the bottom of the sea.
How to Sink a Ship
13. How to Sink a Ship
March 20, 2013
The dive team is revisiting a ship sunk intentionally years ago.
Fight or Flight
12. Fight or Flight
March 13, 2013
In the Caribbean, the team dives two unique wrecks. One is a beautifully preserved freighter with a shady secret, the other an intact plane that will soon fall prey to the might of the ocean.
Escaped Prisoners
11. Escaped Prisoners
March 12, 2013
While on St. Thomas in the Virgin Islands, the team gets an extraordinary opportunity. While they slept peacefully, a small plane carrying 4 juvenile detainees crash-landed in the ocean nearby. Time for a change of plan.
Wrecks of World War II
10. Wrecks of World War II
March 12, 2013
One mysterious relic still stands evidence of a secret mission that threatened to turn the course of history in the Caribbean.
Bonaire Adventure
9. Bonaire Adventure
March 12, 2013
Dominique tries to take us to his favorite and most memorable Dreamwreck however a visit from local authorities may dash his plans.
Tugboat Twins
8. Tugboat Twins
March 11, 2013
While Curacao's aquarium has been a great success, the shipwrecks they are trying to add as a diving attraction keep disappearing... The team gets the help of some domesticated dolphins to find them!
Sunken Drugrunner
7. Sunken Drugrunner
March 12, 2013
Bonaire is considered one of the top 5 diving destinations in the world. We check out a sunken smuggling boat.
The Nahoon
6. The Nahoon
March 6, 2013
The team explore an ancient and pristine party boat, as well as search for lost and elusive cannons, camouflaged in living coral.
Grenada Storms
5. Grenada Storms
March 5, 2013
Here in the Caribbean, tropical storms are a way of life. The devastating force of a potential hurricane lies in the warm sea air. See the destruction of hurricanes Ivan and Emily, occurring less than a year apart on the small island.
Sunk by a Volcano
4. Sunk by a Volcano
March 3, 2013
The eruption of Mount Pelee in the Caribbean killed over 28,000 people, dubbed the worst volcanic disaster of the 20th century. Follow the team as they survey the once-leveled area.
Titanic of the Caribbean
3. Titanic of the Caribbean
March 2, 2013
Known as the Titanic of the Caribbean, the "Bianca C" sank to the bottom of the sea after a mysterious explosion caused a widespread fire. Uncovering this secret will be a dangerous task.
Bermuda Blues
2. Bermuda Blues
March 3, 2013
Many ships have fallen captive to shallow waters and hidden shoals of Bermuda.
Hollywood Ruins
1. Hollywood Ruins
February 27, 2013
Far from the bright lights of Hollywood lies an underwater back lot, an ocean studio where moviemakers find the world's most fantastic wrecks. See the filming locations of some classic movies, including James Bond, Jaws, and Into the Blue.
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Where to Watch Dreamwrecks
Dreamwrecks is available for streaming on the Pure Science website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Dreamwrecks on demand at Amazon.
  • Premiere Date
    February 27, 2013
  • IMDB Rating
    0.0  (6)