Episodes (14)

Mega Stores
S17E01 · Mega Stores

Oct 28, 2010

The colossal cornerstones of commerce. Oversized outfitters. Merchandise Moguls. Mega Stores are giant facilities engineered to keep up with America's supersized habits. They are the largest, busiest places in the country.

Supersized Food
S17E02 · Supersized Food

Nov 04, 2010

The story of some of the largest food in the world. Includes large burgers, hot dogs, cupcakes, candy, and pizza.

Coin Operated II
S17E03 · Coin Operated II

Nov 11, 2010

A look at more coin operated machines including slot machines and coin operated viewers. Also featured, a behind the scenes look at the Philadelphia Mint and the Luray Cavern wishing wells.

Engineering Disasters 22
S17E04 · Engineering Disasters 22

Nov 18, 2010

They are catastrophic failures with deadly consequences. Caused by a single spark or a massive collapse, these disasters reveal one thing--the danger inherent in our most common industries. From a massive oil spill to refinery blaze to a downed plane, find out what went wrong... and how to prevent the next engineering disaster.

Dogs
S17E05 · Dogs

Nov 25, 2010

Man's best friend--fearless, faithful, determined and swift. They're our sharpest eyes, noses and ears--and among the bravest hunters, soldiers, rescuers, and protectors.

Built to Last
S17E06 · Built to Last

Dec 02, 2010

Enter the amazing and ingenious ultra-sturdy shelters, machines, containers, materials and packaging designed to deny the ruination of society. The drive to create the indestructible has inspired some of the most prolific and awe inspiring results:

Secret Underground
S17E07 · Secret Underground

Dec 09, 2010

A look at underground real estate including illegal drug smuggling tunnels, Las Vegas flood controls, and a salt mine that doubles as a vault for classic films and government documents. Also featured is the National Research Lab in Oak Ridge.

Made in the USA
S17E08 · Made in the USA

Dec 16, 2010

From Ancient Rome to the massive system that quenches Los Angeles's thirst, this is a fascinating look at the history and technology of aqueducts.

Driver's Seat
S17E09 · Driver's Seat

Dec 20, 2010

Get behind the wheel and take control of the some of the largest, fastest, most powerful machines on the planet. These aren't your average vehicles--and handling one of these rides is unlike anything else. But you need more than just a learner's permit to take control of these vehicles...you need training, experience, and above all, guts--if you plan to sit in the Driver's Seat.

Rice
S17E10 · Rice

Dec 28, 2010

One of the world's most widely consumed grains, rice is profiled. All of the grain's applications from food to drink and beyond are detailed. Includes a step by step process of how rice is grown, farmed, cultivated and processed.

Packaging
S17E11 · Packaging

Jan 13, 2011

It's all around us--so much a part of our lives that we forget it's there. But try to survive a single day without packaging. This episode reveals the astounding technology and ingenuity required to create our packaged world. At a Michigan company that designs water bottles, we'll show you how engineers find their inspiration from a bell pepper.

Grease
S17E12 · Grease

Jan 20, 2011

GREASE It makes the whole world go around...and up and down...and side to side. Without it, the wheels of industry and our modern existence would grind to a halt, along with everything else. In this episode of Modern Marvels, we take a close up look - at GREASE.

Ropes & Chains
S17E13 · Ropes & Chains

Jan 27, 2011

From hauling our heaviest gear to mastering the tallest mountains, they have been around for centuries, but we constantly improve upon them. Get an inside look at factories where every kind and style of Ropes & Chains are made. We'll get some lessons from a company that trains high-flying workers who depend on rope to do their jobs safely.

American Trucking
S17E14 · American Trucking

Feb 03, 2011

America would come to a standstill without trucks. Trucks transport a staggering 70 percent of all the nation's goods. Explore the amazingly diverse world of American trucks and the colorful men and women who drive them. Join country superstar Brad Paisley and his crew of truckers on the road between Little Rock and Tulsa--racing the clock to be on time for Brad's next concert.

About

Modern Marvels Season 18 (2010) is released on Oct 28, 2010 and the latest season 21 of Modern Marvels is released in 2013. Watch Modern Marvels online - the English Documentary TV series from United States. Modern Marvels is directed by Andrew Thomas,Fred Peabody,Jeff Scheftel,Tom Jennings and created by Bruce Nash with Lloyd Sherr and Harlan Saperstein. Modern Marvels is available online on DIRECTV and History.

Fast-paced, fun and informative, Modern Marvels is The History Channel's signature series focusing on historical technology. The series has focused (among other things) on wonders of construction (Erie Canal, the Pentagon, the Chesapeake Bay Bridge, the Big Dig), the machinery of war (nuclear submarines, tanks) as well as technology linked to the everyday (power tools, home tech, garbage).

Countries:

United States

Language:

English

Production Companies:

Actuality Productions, Al Roker Productions, American Dad

Official Site:

History

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If it changes your life, chances are it's a Modern Marvel!

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