The Detonators (2009): cast, story & where to watch
2009 · Series · ★ 8
Released in 2009, The Detonators is a documentary series.
What it’s about. The Detonators was a reality series documentary that aired on the Discovery Channel. The program featured the thought process and procedures in performing demolition through the use of explosives. The show was hosted by two demolition experts: Dr. Braden Lusk, an assistant professor at the University of Kentucky College of Engineering, and Dr. Paul Worsey, professor and director of explosives engineering education at the Missouri University of Science and Technology. Lusk and Worsey gave the viewers a behind-the-scenes look at the science of destroying large structures without damaging the surrounding buildings and landscapes. The Detonators consisted of a single season with 13 episodes airing between January and July of 2009. No additional episodes have been produced since then, and the Discovery Channel's official website no longer carries information about the program.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, The Detonators sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Philo, Discovery+ Amazon Channel, YouTube TV and Discovery + and rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Detonators page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Detonators tend to enjoy Cosmos, Planet Earth, Planet Earth II and Vikings.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Detonators (2009)?
- In US, The Detonators is available to stream on Philo, Discovery+ Amazon Channel and YouTube TV, and rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Detonators worth watching?
- The Detonators holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was The Detonators released?
- The Detonators was released in 2009.