The Titan Sub Disaster: Minute by Minute, 6 March, 2024, Channel 5, Episode 1

The world was left in shock by the story of the Titan sub. The search for this ill-fated submarine triggered a global rescue operation and held the public’s attention worldwide. In an unprecedented two-part documentary, we delve into the events minute by minute, chronicling the race against time to save five individuals on their fateful dive to explore the wreckage of the Titanic.

This initial episode sheds light on the expedition’s tragic turn of events. Five men embarked on a daring journey aboard the Titan submersible, descending into the depths of the ocean in pursuit of one of history’s most famous shipwrecks: the Titanic. What unfolds next sets off an international search effort and captures headlines around the globe.

The sinking of RMS Titanic during its maiden voyage from Southampton to New York City in 1912 has long held a profound fascination for many. For a privileged few, visiting the site where this “unsinkable” ship met its demise at the bottom of the ocean is within reach.

On June 18th, 2023, as communication with the Titan sub is abruptly lost during its descent two and a half miles beneath sea level, concern escalates. With limited oxygen presumed to be onboard, locating and rescuing this missing submarine becomes an urgent priority.

Titan carries five individuals: Suleman Dawood, a 19-year-old university student; his father Shahzada; Titanic expert Paul-Henri Nargeolet; British adventurer Hamish Harding; and Stockton Rush, pilot and owner of OceanGate—the company behind this ambitious expedition.

Our documentary delves into a worldwide call for assistance as various entities mobilize their efforts to aid in this rescue mission. Deep-sea research team Pelagic Research Services emerges as key players based over 2000 miles away—a rarity possessing submersibles capable of reaching such depths if Titan finds itself stranded on seafloor.

Pelagic’s Ed Cassano and Jess Doren provide an insider’s perspective, recounting the monumental challenges they face in their race to reach the dive site. The search takes a crucial turn when the Canadian Air Force detects underwater banging sounds—could these be coming from Titan? This film offers a unique insight by sharing raw audio recordings captured during the rescue mission.

With access to rarely seen footage from past expeditions and featuring exclusive interviews with rescue teams and experts, this episode marks the beginning of an arduous journey to save those aboard the ill-fated Titan sub.

Don’t miss “The Titan Sub Disaster: Minute by Minute” airing on Channel 5 at 9:00 PM on Wednesday, March 6, 2024.