Why...? 2019
What is Why...??
Why...? is a television series first released in 2019.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2019
- Status
- Returning Series
- Episodes
- 10
- Runtime
- 59 minutes
- First aired
- Aug 12, 2019
- Last aired
- Jun 22, 2026
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- GB
- Networks
- BBC One, BBC Two
- Genres
- Documentary
- Updated
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Why...? is a television series first released in 2019. Catalogued under Documentary. Status: Returning Series. A full overview for this page is being written and will appear here once verified against sources.
Should you watch it?
“This series explores the scientific mysteries behind major headlines and catastrophic real-world events.”
- clear scientific explanations
- engaging subject matter
- focuses on tragic events
Watch it if you are interested in the science behind major news headlines and disasters.
The program discusses serious topics including accidents and disasters.
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Cast
Episode guide
Season 1 · 10 episodes
- E1 Why Bridges Collapse: The Genoa Disaster Aug 12, 2019
- E2 Why Ships Crash: The Suez Canal Collision Jan 18, 2022
- E3 Why Buildings Collapse: Miami Beachfront Disaster Jul 5, 2022
- E4 Why Sharks Attack: The Red Sea Tragedy Jul 18, 2023
- E5 Why Planes Vanish: The Hunt for MH370 Mar 6, 2023
- E6 Why Trains Crash: India’s Deadly Disaster Jul 18, 2023
- E7 Why Bridges Collapse: The Baltimore Disaster Dec 5, 2024
- E8 Why Cities Flood: Spain's Deadly Disaster Jun 24, 2025
- E9 Why Planes Crash: South Korea’s Deadliest Aviation Disaster Oct 13, 2025
- E10 Millionaire Superyacht: Why Ships Sink Jun 22, 2026
Frequently asked questions
What is the show about?
The series investigates the science and mysteries behind major news stories and disasters.
What kind of events are covered?
The show covers events such as shark attacks, transport disasters, and building collapses.
Is this a documentary series?
Yes, the series delves into the facts and science behind real-world headline events.
When was the show released?
The series was released in 2019.
Does the show explain why these events occur?
The program aims to explore the reasons and scientific explanations behind these occurrences.