Series synopsis
Survival Mode is an American documentary television series that premiered on NBC on July 7, 2025.
Across nine episodes, the series chronicles some of the most recent devastating disasters - including the Maui wildfires, the Amtrak 501 derailment, Superstorm Sandy, and the sinking of the Costa Concordia - through firsthand accounts from survivors and rare archival footage.
Premise
Across nine episodes, the series chronicles some of the most recent devastating disasters - including the Maui wildfires, the Amtrak 501 derailment, Superstorm Sandy, and the sinking of the Costa Concordia - through firsthand accounts from survivors and rare archival footage.
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 9 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 9 | July 7, 2025 | September 1, 2025 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Joplin Tornado When a monstrous tornado strikes Joplin, Missouri, families and strangers alike are thrown into a desperate fight for survival in the deadliest U.S. twister in over 60 years. |
July 7, 2025 |
| 2 |
Maui Wildfires As flames overtake Lahaina, terrified residents and tourists flee to the ocean in a desperate attempt to survive Hawaii's deadliest wildfire. |
July 14, 2025 |
| 3 |
Hurricane Ian As Hurricane Ian devastates Fort Myers Beach, three groups of residents who chose to stay face the deadliest storm to hit Florida in generations and endure harrowing consequences. |
July 21, 2025 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | NBC |
|---|---|
| First aired | July 7, 2025 |
| Last aired | September 1, 2025 |
| Status | continue |
| Schedule | Monday at 22:00:00 |