The Demolition Man
Host Brendan Moar dives into the process of what it takes to bring down some of the biggest structures from around the world.
- 2016-2021
- 1 season
- Documentary
Host Brendan Moar dives into the process of what it takes to bring down some of the biggest structures from around the world.
Season 1 Episode Guide
12 Episodes 2021
Episode 1
Manchester
A bridge in Manchester, UK hovering over one of Europe's busiest commuter routes must be demolished to make place for a modern gateway.
Episode 2
Louisiana
The team at DOTD have the huge task of imploding the O. K. Allen Bridge in Louisiana, USA, without damaging the new bridge that is right alongside the old one.
Episode 3
Lewisham
A council flat in Lewisham, UK must come down quickly and without harming the local residents' flats situated only metres away. With dust, asbestos and aged infrastructure all a hazard, methodical and steady is the way forward.
Episode 4
Paris
Two high-rises in Meaux, Paris have to be demolished without endangering the surrounding people and buildings, and an innovative solution is used to reduce dust.
Episode 5
Belgium
A disused 170 meter telecommunications tower is imploded. The structure is close to a public highway so there's an extra element of concern for local safety, and nearby working transmitters could cause a premature explosion.
Episode 6
The Best of Part 1
Brendan Moar looks back at some of the most interesting and dramatic moments he has witnessed on his journey so far.
Episode 7
Bath
An intensive operation takes place to bring down Harworth Colliery in Bath, UK. The building has seen its time, and no longer being in use, must be brought down without damaging any of the surrounding operational plant.
Episode 8
Doncaster
A huge and unusual structure in Doncaster, UK, needs to be brought down. As is often the case in demolition projects, the bigger the project, the bigger the potential problems and risks, each of which must be overcome in turn.
Episode 9
Episode #1.9
Episode 10
Episode #1.10
Episode 11
City Of London
The City of London, UK, is a crowded place, and an asbestos filled 1960s building, is scheduled for partial demolition on order to make way for the building of a new Hotel. Health and safety challenges plague each days work.
Episode 12
The Best of Part 2
Brendan Moar takes a look back at some of the best parts, some of the most interesting parts, and some of the most unexpected problems involved in the previous demolitions.
