World's Most Amazing Videos (Season 1)

Edge of Destruction (Episode 1)

Air date: 1999-03-03

Runtime: 60 min

Overview: In tonight’s explosive premiere, danger lurks at every turn. A stealth bomber plummets from the sky and crashes into a backyard picnic — sending chaos through an unsuspecting family’s day. Then, two young girls fall through the ice — but will anyone make it in time to save them from certain death? Next, the drama intensifies when a hot air balloon explodes after hitting a power line, sending flames into the sky. A tough police officer finds himself caught in a deadly hail of gunfire, but it’s going to take more than bullets to stop him. And, a group of skydivers finds themselves trapped in a blazing inferno when their plane explodes just after takeoff. These are the kinds of true-life moments so unbelievable, so shocking, that you might think they’re scripted. But they’re not. They’re real. Real people. Real danger. Real survival. This is… The World’s Most Amazing Videos.

The Scariest Show on Earth (Episode 2)

Air date: 1999-03-10

Runtime: 60 min

Overview: The world is full of unexpected danger — and in this pulse-pounding episode, survival hangs by a thread. Under the big top, chaos erupts when a circus elephant goes on a rampage, sending performers and spectators fleeing. In a historic cathedral, a violent earthquake strikes, trapping tourists beneath tons of stone and rubble. As flames engulf a building, a woman is forced to make a desperate leap to save her life. A TV cameraman risks everything to document a scene of unfolding terror. And in a moment of pure horror, a bungee jump takes a deadly turn when the cord snaps midair. These are not stunts. These are not actors. These are real people… facing real danger. This is… The World’s Most Amazing Videos.

Chaos in an Instant (Episode 3)

Air date: 1999-03-17

Runtime: 60 min

Overview: From fiery explosions to heart-stopping crashes, witness the raw power of real-life survival. In this explosive episode, a rocket fuel factory detonation sends shockwaves across the Nevada desert. A police officer finds himself staring down the barrel in a deadly standoff. Meanwhile, a bobsled race takes a terrifying turn, launching its riders into chaos. Deep in the Pacific, one of the world’s deadliest volcanoes unleashes a cloud of toxic gas. And on the racetrack, a stock car crash turns into a mid-air nightmare. These are the moments that push ordinary people to their limits — and beyond. Real danger. Real people. Real adrenaline. Don’t blink — every second counts. This is… The World’s Most Amazing Videos.

Crash, Burn, and Survive (Episode 4)

Air date: 1999-03-24

Runtime: 60 min

Overview: Disaster strikes without warning in this explosive episode of The World’s Most Amazing Videos. A fighter jet slams into the ground in a ball of flames — can the pilot escape the wreckage alive? A tense hostage standoff comes to a shocking end when a police sharpshooter takes the shot of a lifetime. Out at sea, a fisherman hooks a powerful shark, but the battle quickly turns, and now he's the one fighting to survive. Then, a massive ocean liner begins to sink, and in a chilling twist, the crew abandons ship — leaving terrified passengers behind. Finally, a gas tanker and a speeding train collide in a fiery inferno, capturing one of the most devastating explosions ever filmed. From the skies to the sea, from land to rail — these are the real moments where life hangs in the balance. Real footage. Real danger. Real heroes. This is… The World’s Most Amazing Videos.

Impact: Seconds from Disaster (Episode 5)

Air date: 1999-03-31

Runtime: 60 min

Overview: Brace yourself for one of the most explosive episodes yet. High above the earth, two fighter jets collide in a fiery midair disaster. On the ground, a tactical exercise goes horribly wrong when a firebomb engulfs a man in flames. Inside a maximum-security prison, guards are ambushed during one of the most violent riots ever caught on camera. Then, a race car spins out of control and strikes a bystander with terrifying force, sending them flying through the air. And aboard a Navy aircraft carrier, a crew member gets too close to a roaring jet engine — and is instantly pulled into its powerful vacuum. Real danger. Real footage. Real lives on the line. This is not a movie. This is real. This is… The World’s Most Amazing Videos.

Engulfed in Chaos (Episode 6)

Air date: 1999-04-14

Runtime: 60 min

Overview: Disaster strikes without warning in this adrenaline-pumping episode. A firefighter battles for survival when a fuel tank suddenly explodes in a fiery blast. What begins as a routine traffic stop erupts into a deadly exchange of gunfire. At the airport, a passenger plane crashes on landing and breaks apart on the runway. On the water, a speedboat flips violently, launching a married couple into the air. And in a race against nature, a woman clings to life as a raging river threatens to pull her under. Unscripted. Unbelievable. Unforgettable. These are the real stories of real people in their most desperate moments. This is… The World’s Most Amazing Videos.

Seconds from Impact (Episode 7)

Air date: 1999-04-28

Runtime: 60 min

Overview: Catastrophe strikes from every angle in this jaw-dropping episode. A massive rocket explodes without warning, sending 250 tons of fiery debris raining from the sky. In the mountains, a powerful mudslide tears through the earth, obliterating a home in seconds. In a burning high-rise, hundreds are trapped with no way out — until a makeshift ladder becomes their last chance at survival, 12 stories above the ground. Meanwhile, out at sea, a fisherman reels in a deadly predator — and suddenly finds himself in a fight to stay alive. And in a final heart-stopping moment, a fighter pilot ejects just seconds before his jet crashes into the ground. Can he survive the impact? Explosions. Escapes. Unbelievable survival. These are real people… caught in real danger… with real stories to tell. This is… The World’s Most Amazing Videos.

Unstoppable Danger (Episode 8)

Air date: 1999-05-05

Runtime: 60 min

Overview: In this action-packed episode, danger strikes without warning and survival hangs by a thread. A race car explodes into a fireball and disintegrates at over 150 miles per hour. Beneath the surface, a diver faces sheer panic when a powerful octopus attacks and tries to rip off his face mask. At the rodeo, a rider is violently dragged by a furious bronco as onlookers watch in horror. Then, a sightseeing trip turns deadly when a tour bus crashes headfirst into a bridge. And in a final moment of pure chaos, an enraged bull charges into the crowd, leaving a trail of destruction. These aren’t stunts. These aren’t special effects. They’re real moments… with everything on the line. This is… The World’s Most Amazing Videos.

Survival at Sea and Beyond (Episode 9)

Air date: 1999-05-12

Runtime: 60 min

Overview: Hold your breath as survival unfolds in the most shocking, real-life moments. A massive whale snatches a terrified woman from the surface and drags her toward the ocean’s depths — can she escape the jaws of death? Then, panic breaks out at a zoo when a giant panda claws into a tourist, sending bystanders into a frenzy. In the midst of disaster, a man fights to survive as floodwaters rise around him. Can rescuers reach him before it’s too late? And in a chilling moment of animal power, a 10,000-pound elephant crushes a zookeeper’s head — how could he possibly survive? Finally, after a nationwide search, the Navy crewman sucked into a jet engine speaks out for the first time, sharing the shocking details of his unbelievable survival. Real danger. Real heroism. Real survival. These are the true stories of people who lived through the impossible. This is… The World’s Most Amazing Videos.

Explosive Moments (Episode 10)

Air date: 1999-05-19

Runtime: 60 min

Overview: In tonight's heart-stopping episode, disaster strikes at every turn. A 12-million-pound freight train plows into a truck, sending shockwaves through the tracks. Then, an explosion rips through a firehouse, trapping brave firefighters in a deadly ball of flames. On the Ferris wheel, a woman plunges to the ground — and her rescuer follows her into the fall. A stunt gone wrong sends a daredevil flying through a blazing wall of fire. And in one of the most bizarre solutions ever, a group of people attempts to dispose of a 16,000-pound dead whale — by blowing it up. Real danger. Real chaos. Real survival. These are the true stories of people who faced the impossible — and lived to tell about it. This is… The World’s Most Amazing Videos.

Collision Course (Episode 11)

Air date: 1999-06-02

Runtime: 60 min

Overview: In tonight's adrenaline-fueled episode, real-life danger takes center stage. A race car is ripped apart in a collision so devastating, it defies belief. Then, a fighter pilot crashes not once, but twice — and lives to tell the tale. A TV reporter is blindsided by a runaway race car, turning a live broadcast into a nightmare. Next, a magic trick goes horribly wrong, trapping two terrified assistants in a blazing inferno. And as a killer storm rips through a family’s home, they’re forced to fight for survival as the roof is torn off above their heads. Real danger. Real survival. Real terror. These are the incredible, true stories of people who faced the unimaginable and lived to tell about it. This is… The World’s Most Amazing Videos.

Frozen Terror & Fiery Chaos (Episode 12)

Air date: 1999-06-14

Runtime: 60 min

Overview: In tonight’s jaw-dropping episode, the danger is relentless. A raging fighter jet spirals out of control, trapping a helpless man behind a wall of flames. Then, disaster strikes on the slopes when a terrified skier is buried alive by 200 tons of snow in a killer avalanche. The drama intensifies as rescuers race to save a frightened polar bear, only for the animal to plunge into the icy sea. A dragster loses control in a deadly crash, exploding into a massive fireball. And, in a bizarre twist of nature, a crazed kangaroo attacks a TV show mascot, putting the actor's life on the line. Real people. Real danger. Real survival. These are the incredible true-life stories of those who faced the ultimate test and survived to tell about it. This is… The World’s Most Amazing Videos.

Collision Course: Thrills, Spills, and Survival (Episode 13)

Air date: 1999-09-15

Runtime: 60 min

Overview: tonight on The World's Most Amazing Videos, prepare for an unforgettable thrill ride. A high-speed pursuit ends in an explosive pileup, captured in breathtaking detail. Watch as a rodeo rider is launched through the air after a brutal kick from a 2,000-pound bull. Then, a racehorse trips and triggers a catastrophic collision that will leave you in shock. In a stunning rescue, a team of brave individuals rushes to save an elephant in peril. And just when you think you've seen it all, a fishing boat erupts in a massive fireball—will the crew escape the flames? These are the real-life, heart-stopping moments when people confront the most dangerous situations and survive to share their stories. Get ready for an adrenaline-fueled journey—real people, real danger, real survival. This is The World's Most Amazing Videos

Unbelievable Chaos: Explosions, Escapes, and Close Calls (Episode 14)

Air date: 1999-11-15

Runtime: 60 min

Overview: Tonight, on an explosive new season of The World's Most Amazing Videos, prepare for an adrenaline-packed ride. Firefighters scramble for cover when a tanker erupts into a cyclone of flames and fury. A TV reporter finds herself in a terrifying situation when a police dog turns the tables and bites back. Watch as a daredevil’s stunt goes horribly wrong—not once, but twice, testing the limits of human endurance. Then, a bullfight takes an unexpected turn as a terrified manager is sent flying in a wild, life-threatening ride. And just when you think it can’t get any crazier, a jumbo jet falls from the sky and explodes in a massive fireball. These are the shocking, real-life moments when survival hangs in the balance. Everything you are about to see is real. Real people. Real danger. Real excitement. Get ready for the thrill of a lifetime. You are about to witness... The World's Most Amazing Videos.

Explosive Encounters (Episode 15)

Air date: 1999-11-27

Runtime: 60 min

Overview: Tonight, chaos strikes without warning. An explosives crew is hurled into the sky when a demolition goes horribly wrong. A motorcycle spins out of control, launching its rider into a helpless crowd. In South America, a packed soccer stadium begins to collapse, forcing fans to hang on for their lives. A high-speed sports car veers off track and crashes into an unsuspecting woman. And in a quiet village, a fireworks factory detonates in a towering inferno of flames. These are true stories of ordinary people caught in extraordinary moments of disaster—and survival. Everything you’re about to see is raw. Unscripted. Real. Real danger. Real courage. Real adrenaline. This is the World’s Most Amazing Videos.

Volcanic Fury (Episode 16)

Air date: 1999-12-04

Runtime: 60 min

Overview: Tonight, on the World’s Most Amazing Videos... A deadly volcano erupts, burying an entire village under rivers of molten lava. A reckless man faces off with a raging bull — and this time, the bull gets the last word. An apartment fire spirals out of control, trapping terrified tenants inside as flames close in. A police raid goes terribly wrong when a hand grenade detonates in an officer’s pocket. And in a high-speed drag race, disaster strikes at 300 miles per hour when a dragster explodes mid-run. These are the jaw-dropping true stories of people caught in life-or-death moments — and their fight for survival. Everything you’re about to see is raw, real, and unscripted. Real people. Real danger. Real excitement. Get ready to experience the thrill of a lifetime. You are about to witness the World’s Most Amazing Videos.

Episode 17 (Episode 17)

Air date: 1999-12-11

Runtime: 60 min

Episode 18 (Episode 18)

Runtime: 60 min

Episode 19 (Episode 19)

Runtime: 60 min

Episode 20 (Episode 20)

Runtime: 60 min

Episode 21 (Episode 21)

Runtime: 60 min

Episode 22 (Episode 22)

Runtime: 60 min

Episode 23 (Episode 23)

Air date: 2000-12-10

Runtime: 60 min

Overview: A boat rips apart. A sinkhole swallows homes. Riot at a soccer match. A motorcycle runs over a man. A building catches fire.

Episode 24 (Episode 24)

Air date: 2001-01-07

Runtime: 60 min

Episode 25 (Episode 25)

Air date: 2001-03-04

Runtime: 60 min

Top 10 Most Amazing Videos of All-Time (Episode 26)

Runtime: 60 min

Overview: 10) Baltimore, MD Stealth Fighter crash. 9) Pinky the cat attacks Carl Prichard the animal control officer. 8) Chief Brave Spirit vs. Vic the Devil mascot fight. 7) Italian tourists get washed away by a falling glacier that causes a massive wave. 6) A rocket fuel factory explodes again and again with the force of a 3.5 earthquake. 5) A cruise ship sinks with 400 on board after the crew abandons ship. 4) A beached whale is blown up to dispose of it; 200 pound chunks of whale rain down from the sky on nearby onlookers. 3) Korea - tenants of a condemned building fight off construction workers with molotov cocktails. 2) A navy crewman gets sucked into a jet-plane engine. 1) A zookeeper cleaning the elephant cage has an elephant sit on his head making his head disappear inside the elephant's rectum.