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Season 5 – MythBusters

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The questions in myths and urban legends are put to the test; seeking to find out which myths are true and which are not.

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James Chamberlin IGN Movies 03/25/2019
8.1/10
MythBusters is still not only educational, but it's a rather entertaining show. Though we could do without the silly over-the-top acting that goes on in nearly every episode. Go to Full Review Den of Geek Staff Den of Geek 03/25/2019
The meat of the show is enjoyable viewing, as outrageous electromagnets, life size remote control mechanisms and extremely dangerous guns, bullets and tanks of explosive gas are harnessed for the viewer's entertainment. Go to Full Review Read all reviews
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Adam Savage

Host

Jamie Hyneman

Host

Dan Tapster

Executive Producer

Tracy Rudolph

Supervising Producer

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Dec 6, 2006 Holiday Special The team tackles some of the holidays' biggest myths. Hosts: Jamie Hyneman and Adam Savage. Details Episode 2 Aired Jan 10, 2007 Hindenburg Mystery Adam and Jamie try to solve one of aeronautics' biggest puzzles; Kari, Tory and Grant face some of nature's natural-born killers. Details Episode 3 Aired Jan 17, 2007 Pirate Special Adam and Jamie test whether the cannonballs or the shrapnel from a pirate ship's cannon caused more damage to treasure-laden vessels. Details Episode 4 Aired Jan 24, 2007 Underwater Car Adam and Jamie try to escape a car submerged in water. Details Episode 5 Aired Mar 7, 2007 Speed Cameras Adam and Jamie push the limits when it comes to speed; they take on speed cameras in an action-packed adventure. Details Episode 6 Aired Mar 14, 2007 Dog Myths Adam and Jamie aim to dispel the myth that one can't teach an old dog new tricks; they make an attempt to teach untrained middle-aged Huskies. Details Episode 7 Aired Mar 21, 2007 More Myths Reopened Jamie and Adam revisit the most controversial myths; they repeat them to see if their original answer was genuine. Details Episode 8 Aired Apr 11, 2007 Voice Flame Extinguisher Adam and Jamie test whether it is possible to put out a fire using only a voice. Details Episode 9 Aired Apr 18, 2007 Birds in a Truck Adam and Jamie test if a truck filled with birds becomes lighter when the birds take flight. Details Episode 10 Aired Apr 25, 2007 Walking on Water Jamie and Adam find out if ninjas can run on water, as they join a ninjutsu master and try their luck at aquatic agility. Details Episode 11 Aired May 30, 2007 Western Myths Western myths; airbags. Details Episode 12 Aired Jun 6, 2007 Big Rig Myths Adam and Jamie test how dangerous an exploding truck tire can be. Details Episode 13 Aired Jun 13, 2007 Grenades and Guts Jamie and Adam investigate a grenade blast; will consuming diet soda and Mentos rupture a person;s stomach? Details Episode 14 Aired Jun 20, 2007 Snow Special The team goes on the slopes to tackle snow myths; they try to determine if popping a whip can cause an avalanche. Details Episode 15 Aired Aug 8, 2007 Baseball Myths Famous baseball myths. Details Episode 16 Aired Aug 15, 2007 Viewers' Special Viewers suggest myths to test. Details Episode 17 Aired Aug 22, 2007 Red Rag to a Bull Kari, Tory and Grant put their lives on the line as they test a classic tale from the farmyard; we've all heard it, if you have to cross a field with a bull, the last thing you want to do is wear red. Details Episode 18 Aired Aug 29, 2007 Superhero Hour The team tests Superhero gadgets including the grappling hook, the phantom ring punch and the phone booth change. Details Episode 19 Aired Sep 5, 2007 Myth Revolution Kari, Tory and Grant put a radio-frequency identification conspiracy theory to the test; Adam and Jamie test two myths about weapons. Details Episode 20 Aired Oct 31, 2007 Trail Blazers Adam and Jamie test some flammable Hollywood fables; Kari, Grant and Tori break out the defibrillator. Details Episode 21 Aired Nov 7, 2007 Exploding Water Heater Testing if an ordinary water heater has the ability to fly like a rocket, right through your house; this is a tale of explosive transformation. Details Episode 22 Aired Nov 21, 2007 Shooting Fish in a Barrel The team tests the truth behind some time-honored sayings and conventional wisdom. Details Episode 23 Aired Nov 28, 2007 Pirates 2! Two "Pirates of the Caribbean" movie-inspired myths are put to the test along with the curse of the Sand Neck Tie. Details Episode 24 Aired Dec 5, 2007 Confederate Steam Gun Adam and Jamie test a mythical Confederate weapon; Kari, Grant and Tory try to beat a lie detector. Details Episode 25 Aired Dec 12, 2007 Airplane Hour Jamie and Adam test if a person with no flight training can safely land an airplane; Hollywood-inspired sky-diving myths. Details Episode 26 Aired Jan 16, 2008 James Bond Special The crew tests myths about James Bond-inspired gadgets, getaways and guns. Details Episode 27 Aired Jan 23, 2008 Lead Balloon The team tests if dynamite can create ideal surfing conditions and then tests the proverbial lead balloon. Details Episode 28 Aired Jan 30, 2008 Airplane on a Conveyor Belt The team experiments with flying remote-controlled airplanes, then tests the "cockroach survival" theory. Details Episode 29 Aired Feb 6, 2008 James Bond Special The crew tests the gadgets, getaways and guns inspired by the James Bond movies. Details Episode 30 Aired Feb 13, 2008 Mythbusters Request Fest Adam and Jamie open their inbox again; they test several myth-busting ideas from the fan site. Details Episode 31 Aired Feb 20, 2008 The MacGyver Escape A tribute to "MacGyver;" the team makes an explosive with a gram of sodium and water; they build an ultralight airplane with bamboo, a stolen engine and duct tape. Details

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MythBusters — Season 5

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Season Info

Executive Producer
Dan Tapster
Network
Discovery Channel
Rating
TV-PG
Genre
Documentary, Special Interest
Original Language
English
Release Date
Dec 6, 2006