MythBusters

Jet-Assisted Chevy

Is it possible for a '67 Chevy to transform into a 350-mph speeding machine? And could mixing Pop Rocks with soda lead to a chaotic explosion?

Biscuit Bazooka

Is it possible for someone to become glued to an airplane restroom while flying? And does a biscuit bazooka really exist?

Poppy-Seed Drug Test

Can eating a poppy-seed bagel influence a drug test outcome? Is it possible for balloons to lift a lawn chair? If you were to coat yourself in gold pa...

Exploding Toilet

Is it possible to blow up a toilet by flushing flammable materials and then striking a match? When caught in the rain, do you get more soaked by runni...

Cell Phone Destroys Gas Station

Is it possible for a cell phone conversation to cause a gas pump to explode? Will silicone breast implants rupture if subjected to pressure? Can a hig...

Barrel of Bricks

Is it risky to urinate on the electrified third rail of a train track? Can an eel-skin wallet actually wipe the data from your credit cards? Is it pos...

Penny Drop

Is it true that a penny dropped from a high-rise could be lethal to someone on the ground? Can you actually "cook yourself" in a tanning bed? Did Luci...

Buried Alive

Is it feasible for someone to survive jumping off a bridge by tossing a hammer into the water beforehand? Can a person actually live through being bur...

Lightning Strikes/Tongue Piercing

Can a tree be turned into a cannon? Is it feasible for someone intoxicated to trick a Breathalyzer? And can Adam's tongue piercing survive a lightning...

Stinky Car

Is the legend of the smelly car genuine? What about the "raccoon in the drain" story—does it hold any truth? And could our MythBusters really launch...

Alcatraz Escape

Is it possible for inmates to have slipped away from Alcatraz without leaving a single clue? Does the sound of a duck's quack bounce back? Can a stud ...

Explosive Decompression

Is it possible for a bullet to create explosive decompression by penetrating an aircraft's shell? Could a loaded .22-caliber cartridge serve as a subs...

Chicken Gun

Could hurling a chicken at a plane interfere with its journey, or would the bird simply be blown aside? Is there a chance that a woman could ingest an...

Break Step Bridge

Can a college rowing team successfully lift Jamie while he's on water skis? Is it possible for the synchronized steps of marching soldiers to bring do...

Sinking Titanic

Does a sinking ship pull you underwater as it goes down? Are goldfish simply dull or genuinely uninterested? Will tossing a lit firecracker into the b...

Buried in Concrete

Will Jamie and Adam succeed in locating Jimmy Hoffa, rumored to be entombed in concrete? Can the immense power of a 737 actually propel a taxicab 75 f...

Myths Revisited

Is it possible to get electrocuted while urinating on an electrified fence? Did Adam exert enough force to see if the implants would explode? And are ...

Scuba Diver and Car Capers

Is it possible for a SCUBA diver to be pulled from the water by a firefighting helicopter and end up dropped in the midst of a raging forest fire? And...

Ancient Death Ray

Did the ancient Greek inventor Archimedes actually ignite a Roman fleet with just mirrors and sunlight? And can a bulletproof shield truly withstand a...

Elevator of Death, Levitation Machine

If an elevator were to plummet unexpectedly, could you potentially save yourself by leaping just before impact? The MythBusters set out to explore thi...

Beat the Radar Detector

Can a sheet of plywood really protect a construction worker who gets knocked off a building? And does suspending a disco ball from your rearview mirro...

Quicksand

Is it possible to kill someone by dropping an electrical device into a bathtub? How does a tattoo respond when exposed to MRI radiation? Will the Myth...

Exploding Jawbreaker

Can a standard playing card be thrown with enough force to cause injury? Is there a chance that a heated jawbreaker could burst in your mouth? Could a...

Pingpong Rescue

Can a sunken boat be raised from the seabed using just ping pong balls? And how many of these balls would be necessary to lift a 3-year-old off the gr...

Boom-Lift Catapult

Can Buster conquer the immense force of a 30,000-pound machine, or will the boom-lift transform into the ultimate catapult from the Middle Ages? Plus,...

Exploding House

How challenging is it to locate a needle hidden in a haystack? Can the harmful gases from roach foggers and insect bombs create a dangerous mix? Does ...

Ming Dynasty Astronaut

Will Buster make it through a fiery blast into orbit? Meanwhile, a stunt double faces a terrifying threat from an obsessed fan as the MythBusters inve...

Viewers-Choice/Christmas Special

Did the audience choose Stinky Car as the winner, or did Pop Rocks and Coke take the prize? Can a silver spoon really help maintain the fizz in a cham...

Brown Note

Can Adam endure the torment of subsonic frequencies, or will he find himself relying on adult diapers thanks to the infamous Brown Note? And is it tru...

Salsa Escape

In a wild Mexican jailbreak challenge, Adam and Jamie face off as they put the Salsa Escape theory to the test. Their mission? To see if dynamite can ...

Exploding Port-a-Potty

Is it possible for someone to sustain third-degree burns from lighting a cigarette inside a port-a-potty? Additionally, if a car's front joint drive s...

Is Yawning Contagious?

Is it possible to "catch" a yawn, similar to how one catches a cold? Does toast inevitably land buttered-side down? And in a race down a slope, could ...

Cooling a Six-Pack

The MythBusters experiment with various methods to rapidly chill a six-pack, utilizing ice, water, refrigerators, freezers, and even fire. In another ...

Son of a Gun

Did a bullet fired during the Civil War actually cause a nearby woman to become pregnant? Is it risky to use the phone or take a shower when there’s...

Breaking Glass

Can a vocalist shatter glass using only their voice? Is it feasible to create a powerful jet engine from components of a vacuum cleaner? And is it tru...

Jet Pack

Adam and Jamie embark on an ambitious project to build a flying machine entirely from the ground up. Meanwhile, they delve into the mysteries of ancie...

Killer Brace Position

Is using your cell phone while driving riskier than driving under the influence? The MythBusters dive into this question, exploring the dangers of dis...

Bullet Proof Water

What depth is necessary to escape the impact of a gunshot? And if you put in enough effort, is it possible to make a swing complete a full circle arou...

Jaws Special

Is a real shark as powerful as the one depicted in Spielberg's Jaws? Can throwing a punch at a shark actually protect you? And can shooting a scuba ta...

Border Slingshot

Can undocumented immigrants launch themselves 200 yards across the border into the United States using a slingshot so precise that it lands them safel...

Killer Tissue Box

During a car accident, is it possible for items stored on the back shelf of your vehicle to be thrown forward with such intensity that they could caus...

Escape Slide Parachute

Is it feasible to deploy an airline's emergency life raft as a parachute? Could a combination of oxygen, an electrical spark, and hair cream create a ...

MythBusters Revisited

Adam and Jamie confront their naysayers directly by revisiting some of their most beloved myths. They're determined to find definitive answers and put...

Chinese Invasion Alarm

Is an old Chinese manuscript hinting at an underground sonar technology that could supposedly sense and thwart an invasion from beneath actually credi...

Confederate Rocket

The American Civil War involved the use of bayonets, muskets, and cannons, but was that the complete picture? The MythBusters don't think so.

Vodka Myths

Is it possible for two trucks involved in a high-speed, head-on crash to become fused, trapping the drivers inside? Additionally, Kari delves into som...

Steel Toe-Cap Amputation

Are steel-toed boots actually more hazardous than standard ones? Did a worker from Australia experience his boots transforming into toe traps when a h...

Seasickness - Kill or Cure

The MythBusters set out to explore various remedies for seasickness, testing everything from electric shock therapy to homeopathic tongue tinglers. Ad...

Paper Crossbow

Can you really create a lethal weapon using just newspaper and underwear? Grant, Kari, and Tory dive into some vodka-related myths to find out the tru...

Shredded Plane

Is the image of a light aircraft, featuring sharp, clean slashes along its side, authentic? Did a scorned lover unleash her fury on her former partner...

Archimedes Death Ray Revisited

After receiving numerous requests from fans to revisit the "Archimedes Death Ray," Adam and Jamie gladly take on the challenge. They invite both their...

Helium Football

In this episode, Adam and Jamie explore the myth that helium-filled footballs can travel farther and stay aloft longer than those inflated with standa...

Franklin's Kite

The build team sets out to explore the phenomenon of electricity by launching a kite during a thunderstorm. Meanwhile, they investigate whether common...

Cell Phones on Planes

Tory and Kari delve into a popular conspiracy theory that often crosses the minds of travelers: if you inflate a regular raft with helium, can it actu...

Bullets Fired Up

Can celebratory gunfire actually be lethal when the bullets return to the ground? Grant, Tory, and Kari dive into this question as they continue their...

Myths Re-Opened

The team takes another look at the legends they previously investigated in "Split Arrow," "Confederate Rocket," and "Bulletproof Water."

Mind Control

Adam and Jamie dive into some creative painting and explosive testing as they set out to debunk a myth related to home improvement. Meanwhile, Grant, ...

Exploding Pants

Tory, Kari, and Grant delve into the mystery of spontaneous trouser combustion. They wonder if gas companies and auto manufacturers are secretly collu...

Crimes and Myth-Demeanors (1)

Are the break-ins in Hollywood just a bunch of nonsense? The team sets out to carefully navigate a laser grid, all while gearing up to tackle the ulti...

Steam Cannon

Did Archimedes create the very first "supergun," a steam-powered cannon? Meanwhile, Adam's mom believes that a standard breakfast cereal today is less...

Whirlpool/Snowplow

Is there a colossal whirlpool lurking somewhere on Earth, capable of dragging entire vessels and their unfortunate crews beneath the waves? Can a wint...

Mentos and Soda

Adam and Jamie dive into the science behind the explosive reaction that occurs when diet cola meets Mentos. They also explore the intriguing question ...

Shattering Subwoofer

The team investigates whether the bass from a car stereo is powerful enough to wreck a vehicle. Meanwhile, Grant, Kari, and Tory embark on a journey t...

Crimes and Myth-Demeanors (2)

The MythBusters are back in action, taking on more cinematic heists. In this episode, our crafty duo, Adam and Jamie, face a chilling challenge as the...

Earthquake Machine

Adam and Jamie dive into the fascinating legacy of one of history's most renowned scientists and inventors, Nikolai Tesla, as they explore his controv...

Deadly Straw

Is it possible for the winds of a tropical hurricane to be powerful enough to drive a straw through the trunk of a palm tree? Can a hurricane actually...

Mega Movie Myths

Can awnings actually soften your landing? Do car ejector seats exist in reality? Can you slice through one sword with another? Is it feasible to fire ...

Killer Cable Snaps

If a tightly stretched cable were to break, could it potentially cut a person in half? Is it possible for ancient pottery to hold sounds from history ...

Air Cylinder Rocket

Could a precisely targeted ruptured cylinder truly inflict the extensive destruction that some assert? In the meantime, Tory, Grant, and Kari embark o...

More Myths Revisited

In "Myths Revisited," Jamie and Adam get the opportunity to vindicate themselves. Follow along as they re-conduct previous experiments to determine wh...

Exploding Lighter

Jamie and Adam explore whether a tiny, throwaway butane lighter can spontaneously explode with the power of multiple sticks of dynamite. Meanwhile, th...

Concrete Glider

Adam and Jamie take on the classic engineering challenge of proving whether a concrete glider can actually fly. Meanwhile, Kari, Grant, and Tory disco...

Firearms Folklore

Is it possible for a criminal's bullet to strike and jam the empty chamber of a cop's revolver? Can two bullets actually collide in mid-air and merge ...

Anti-Gravity Device

Could keeping your Christmas lights on the tree throughout the night lead to a fire hazard? Is anti-gravity a real scientific principle or just a conc...

Holiday Special

Can six reindeer sprint quickly enough to propel an ultralite glider into the air? Meanwhile, is it more exhausting to jog naked in the snow or to wea...

22,000-Foot Fall

Can someone survive a fall from 22,000 feet by using the explosion of a 1,000-pound bomb to cushion their landing? And do you actually save electricit...

Hindenburg Mystery

Did hydrogen truly ignite the Hindenburg disaster? At the same time, Kari, Tory, and Grant put the adage to the test: "If a crocodile is pursuing you,...

Pirate Special (1)

Are cannonballs more lethal than the shards of wood sent flying from a powerful broadside attack? What could possibly drive a pirate to cover a perfec...

Underwater Car

Can you get out of a car that’s underwater? Is it feasible to fold a standard 8"x11" sheet of paper in half more than seven times? On another note, ...

Speed Cameras

Is it possible for a driver to outpace a speed camera by going faster than its shutter speed? What about using license plate covers or switching lanes...

Dog Myths

Can an experienced dog learn new skills? Can a thief truly outsmart a guard dog? Will zig-zagging and reversing direction actually confuse a bloodhoun...

More Myths Reopened

In this episode of MythBusters, the team dives into some frustrating myths that have sparked debates, including the "Exploding Trombone," "Sniper Scop...

Voice Flame Extinguisher

Can your voice really extinguish a fire? Adam and Jamie decide to investigate this intriguing myth. At the same time, Grant, Tory, and Kari delve furt...

Birds in a Truck

Grant, Tory, and Kari dive into a curious question: If birds inside a moving truck take off, do they reduce the overall weight? Meanwhile, they also s...

Walking on Water

Can ninjas actually run on water, as seen in films like Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon? Kari, Tory, and Grant set out to investigate whether a ninja c...

Western Myths

Adam and Jamie dive into a series of Western legends, while Kari, Tory, and Grant explore the incredible technology behind airbags. This episode has i...

Big Rig Myths

In "Exploding Tire of Death," Adam and Jamie set out to determine whether a bursting truck tire could be lethal. At the same time, Kari, Tory, and Gra...

Grenades and Guts

Adam and Jamie explore the idea of whether leaping onto a grenade could protect those nearby.

Snow Special

Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow! The MythBusters crew is geared up to tackle iconic movie myths revolving around all things snowy as they dive i...

Baseball Myths

Does adding cork to a baseball bat enhance its spring effect during swings? Can applying black paint under the eyes actually help minimize glare? Is i...

Viewers' Special (1)

Is it possible to sneeze with your eyes open? If you try, will your eyeballs actually pop out? Can you reverse a speeding car to bring it to a halt? A...

Red Flag to a Bull

Is the color red a factor in provoking bull aggression? The team investigates the adage about a "bull in a china shop." Additionally, they explore a d...

Superhero Hour

The MythBusters are sporting their underwear on the outside—it's Superhero Hour! In this special episode, they put the Batmobile's ability to execut...

Myth Revolution

Kari, Tory, and Grant are challenging the newest conspiracy theories surrounding RFID tags. At the same time, Adam and Jamie are investigating a myth ...

Trailblazers

Adam and Jamie dive into the world of fiery Hollywood myths, testing whether shooting a bullet into a gas tank can really ignite an explosion. Meanwhi...

Exploding Water Heater

Is it possible for a standard water heater to accumulate enough pressure to blast through the roof and soar into the sky? At the same time, Tory, Gran...

Special Supersized Myths

In this extended special, the MythBusters dive into intriguing new myths surrounding great white sharks, revisit classic tales involving jet taxis and...

Shooting Fish in a Barrel

The MythBusters delve into the validity of various age-old sayings and commonly accepted beliefs. Is it truly as simple as the expression suggests to ...

Pirates (2)

Could you manage to stay alive in an overturned boat by inhaling the trapped air? Is it feasible to break free after being buried up to your neck in s...

Confederate Steam Gun

Jamie and Adam challenge a steam-powered machine gun that's said to unleash 400 rounds per minute over a distance of 300 yards. Meanwhile, Kari, Grant...

Airplane Hour

Jamie and Adam set off to see if someone without any flight training can successfully land a plane. Meanwhile, Tory, Grant, and Kari dive into some sk...

James Bond (1)

Is it possible for an electromagnetic watch to actually deflect a bullet? Would a shot fired from Bond's gun be able to penetrate a propane tank? Can ...

Lead Balloon

Can Adam and Jamie manage to make a lead balloon soar? And is it feasible to toss some dynamite into a lake to generate perfect surfing waves?

Airplane on a Conveyor Belt

The team dives into a quick lesson on flying remote-controlled airplanes and puts the "cockroach survival" theory to the test. After that, they switch...

James Bond (2)

Can a bomb the size of a pen really split a crash-test dummy in two? And can Oddjob's signature weapon be powerful enough to decapitate a statue?

Viewers' Special (2)

What motivated early humans to create stone arrowheads instead of just sharpening a stick for hunting? And could a machine gun actually cut down a tre...

MacGyver Myths

Jamie and Adam embark on a daring experiment, attempting to create an explosion by dropping pure sodium metal into a bottle of water to breach a wall....

Alaska Special (1)

Adam and Jamie explore the concept of cabin fever. They investigate whether a single stick of dynamite can actually submerge a pickup truck sitting on...

Shark Week Special

Can dogs and wounded "flapping" fish lure sharks? Is Robo-Shark a threat to Tory?

Exploding Steak

We put two fan-suggested myths to the test: different techniques for tenderizing steak and the phenomenon of road rage.

NASA Moon Landing

Adam and Jamie delve into the theory that the U.S. government may have filmed the astronauts in a studio rather than on the moon. Meanwhile, the build...

Viral Hour

Is it possible for a car to be launched 15 feet into the air using the water pressure from ten fire hoses? Can regular sawdust, when propelled through...

Phone Book Friction

Can two phone books be intertwined so tightly that they're impossible to separate? The build team sets out to investigate this question while also tac...

Water Stun Gun

Could an electronic stun gun combined with water serve as a potential crowd control weapon? Is it possible for a fire extinguisher to explode if it’...

Blind Driving

Can someone truly navigate a car without any sight? Do metal golf shoe cleats actually draw in lightning? Is it feasible for a massive underground bla...

Ninjas

Is it possible to snag an arrow while it's flying through the air? Is there a punching method that can knock someone down with just a tiny inch of dis...

Alcohol Myths

Do "beer goggles" actually exist? Can using a treadmill or giving someone a slap across the face really help them sober up from intoxication? And is i...

Motorcycle Flip

Is it feasible for a flagpole attached to a motorcycle's front wheel to cause a flip that sends the rider over the handlebars? Kari, Grant, and Tory p...

Coffin Punch

The team conducts experiments to determine what materials are genuinely bulletproof. Following that, they explore the feasibility of escaping from a c...

End With a Bang

Can you actually polish a turd? Does hitting the ground at high speed truly surpass starting from a standstill? Adam and Jamie dive into these age-old...

Demolition Derby

Is the physics in the movie Speed just a bunch of Hollywood nonsense? If you drop a car from 4,000 feet, will it hit the ground faster than a car that...

Alaska Special (2)

Is Pykrete actually stronger than concrete? Is it resilient enough to construct a boat? And can a V-shaped snowplow genuinely slice a car in half?

Banana Slip/Double Dip

Is it true that stepping on a banana peel can lead to a slip? Does double dipping actually spark a battle of germs? And is the build team capable of c...

YouTube Special

Can a simple match head ignite a DIY cannon? Is it possible for a towering 7-foot Lego structure to transform into a formidable weapon of chaos?

Swimming in Syrup

Can someone swim at the same speed in syrup as they can in water? Furthermore, could MacGyver really have used just gunpowder and a gun handle to blow...

Exploding Bumper

Can car bumpers actually pose a lethal threat and potentially explode? Is it a fact that Hungarian archers achieved double the penetration when firing...

Seesaw Saga

What if a sky diver, whose parachute malfunctioned, collided with a playground seesaw and launched a little girl seven stories into the air?

Thermite vs. Ice

Discover the explosive results of mixing thermite, which burns at nearly 2,000 degrees, with ice. Plus, can the vibrations from a stereo actually trig...

Prison Escape

Can someone really hang onto the top of a fast-moving, zigzagging car like we see in films? And is it true that prisoners can use dental floss to slic...

Curving Bullets

Can a sonic shockwave really break glass? Is it feasible for bullets to curve around barriers with just a quick flick of the wrist?

Car vs. Rain

Can you keep dry in a convertible while driving in the rain by speeding up? Is it possible to pop popcorn using a laser or an explosive force?

Knock Your Socks Off

When a bullet is shot and another one is simply dropped from the same height at the same moment, will they reach the ground simultaneously? And can so...

Duct Tape Hour

Can duct tape actually lift a car off the ground? Does it have the ability to keep a boat from sinking? Is it possible to construct an entire boat usi...

Clean Car vs. Dirty Car

Can a grimy vehicle actually achieve better fuel efficiency than a spotless one? And is the saying, "Stick to beer and you're in the clear; beer then ...

Greased Lightning

What occurs when you combine water, oil, and fire? Is it possible to use cheese as a type of ammunition? Can you trigger a C-4 explosive by placing it...

Hurricane Windows

During a hurricane, would a house sustain less destruction if the windows were left ajar? Is it true that liquid nitrogen can actually cause a head to...

Crash and Burn

Is it true that a car will always explode when it goes off a cliff? And can a massive rocket successfully send a cage containing a person into the air...

Myth Evolution

In this beloved episode, the team takes another look at some classic myths, including the water-heater rocket, the car-roof cling, curving bullets, li...

Dumpster Diving

Is it possible for someone to jump from several stories into a dumpster and then escape unharmed? Can a malfunction in a diving suit cause a diver’s...

Antacid Jail Break

The MythBusters explore whether antacids can aid in an escape from jail and investigate just how far a criminal might manage to flee when attempting t...

Unarmed and Unharmed

Adam and Jamie dive into a fast-paced gun-slinging tale, while Grant, Tory, and Jessi board the Mythbus to explore a myth inspired by the film Speed.

Hidden Nasties

Are soda cans tainted with rat urine? Is your smartphone harboring more bacteria than a toilet seat? Can a high-performance car glide over a lake like...

Mini Myth Mayhem

Six fables, requested by fans, are put under scrutiny, such as the possibility of mailing an engraved coconut and the feasibility of igniting a match ...

Boomerang Bullet

Did medieval warriors actually use trees to hurl infected corpses over castle walls? And what occurs if you fire a bullet at a frying pan?

Soda Cup Killer

Jamie and Adam investigate the potential lethal impact of a soda cup tossed from a moving vehicle, while Jessi, Tory, and Grant test the limits of end...

Dive to Survive

Is it possible for a deep dive to protect you from an explosion? Can you actually make a car bulletproof with just phone books?

Spy Car Escape (1)

Adam and Jamie experiment with different methods to shake off a tail during a car chase, while Kari, Grant, and Tory investigate whether an object lau...

Bottle Bash

Is it worse to have an empty beer bottle broken over your head, or one that’s full? And could ancient warriors have actually constructed cannons usi...

No Pain, No Gain

Do certain individuals, like women, have a higher tolerance for pain? Next, let's test if a BBQ propane tank can reach a temperature in a fire that wo...

Mythssion Control

After receiving feedback from fans, Kari, Grant, and Tory decide to revisit the "Knock Your Socks Off" experiment. Meanwhile, Jamie and Adam are set t...

Duct Tape Hour (2)

Once again, duct tape faces a challenge. Will it prove effective in constructing bridges and repairing vehicles?

Waterslide Wipeout

Jamie and Adam dive into the chaos of a viral video challenge, while Kari, Grant, and Tory explore the idea of conserving fuel by only making right tu...

Fireball Stun Gun

Can combining pepper spray, a flannel shirt, and a stun gun create a huge fireball, according to CSI? And can fireworks actually propel someone across...

Flu Fiction

Jamie, Adam, Kari, Grant, and Tory dive into a wild adventure filled with mucus, sneezing, and the dramatic threat of being decapitated by a tornado.

Hair of the Dog

Is it possible to confuse a sniffer dog using everyday household items?

Storm Chasing Myths

Adam Savage and Jamie Hyneman team up with Storm Chasers Reed Timmer and Sean Casey to put tornadoes to the ultimate test.

Cold Feet

When you experience cold feet, do your feet genuinely feel cold? And what is the reality of the situation when things go awry?

Tablecloth Chaos

Can a motorcycle really yank a tablecloth from beneath a beautifully arranged banquet setting? And is it true that people only utilize 10% of their br...

Arrow Machine Gun

Jamie and Adam take on the challenge of creating an arrow machine gun, pushing their engineering skills to the limit. Meanwhile, Kari, Grant, and Tory...

Mini Myth Madness

Can your laptop protect you from a fast-moving bullet? And just how simple is it to snatch candy from a child?

Reverse Engineering

Jamie and Adam put a classic '70s sports car to the test, investigating if its aerodynamics are the same when driving in reverse as they are going for...

Inverted Underwater Car

Adam finds himself trapped in an upside-down car submerged underwater, desperately trying to break free. Meanwhile, Kari, Grant, and Tory face off in ...

Bug Special

Could a biker be fatally injured by a bug collision? Is it possible for flies to carry a laptop? Does water actually keep flies away?

President's Challenge

President Obama invites Jamie and Adam to revisit the Archimedes Death Ray myth for another round of testing. Meanwhile, Kari, Grant, and Tory are tas...

Green Hornet Special

Seth Rogen teams up with the MythBusters to tackle two thrilling scenarios inspired by his movie, The Green Hornet: the Elevator Car Cut and the Explo...

Operation Valkyrie

Adam and Jamie delve into a notorious assassination attempt, analyzing its details and implications. Meanwhile, Kari, Grant, and Tory set out to explo...

Mission Impossible Mask

Can lifelike facial masks really help someone evade security systems like in Mission: Impossible? Is it feasible to spin a merry-go-round by shooting ...

Blue Ice

Is it possible for a magazine and a toaster to create an explosion in a space filled with flammable gas, as shown in The Bourne Supremacy? Additionall...

Running on Water

Adam and Jamie dive into the challenge posed by a viral video, testing its claims. Meanwhile, Kari, Grant, and Tory investigate everyday objects to de...

Bubble Trouble

The MythBusters investigate if a person can remain buoyant in carbonated water, and they also test the theory of whether an explosive-tipped arrow can...

Torpedo Tastic

Did the very first torpedo actually hit a ship with a lethal charge from a distance of 800 feet? Is it possible for corks from wine bottles to become ...

Blow Your Own Sail

Adam and Jamie explore the difference between Hollywood sound effects and real-life sounds, while Kari, Grant, and Tory investigate whether a sailboat...

Spy Car (2)

Is it possible to shoot accurately with firearms attached to a car's hood? What happens if you fire a bullet at a frozen lake—does it just spin?

Dodge a Bullet

Adam and Jamie explore whether it's possible to leap out of the path of a bullet, while Kari, Grant, and Tory investigate whether landing in water fee...

Fixing a Flat

What do you do when you get a flat tire and don’t have a spare? Can a speedy fish actually make your fishing reel ignite?

Planes, Trains, and Automobiles

The MythBusters take a trip down memory lane as they rank and share their top transportation highlights.

Let There be Light

Jamie and Adam face off against The Mummy, putting their skills to the test. Meanwhile, Kari, Grant, and Tory are tasked with a different challenge: t...

Paper Armor

Adam and Jamie dive into the science of shock waves in water, investigating how they function. Meanwhile, Kari, Grant, and Tory test the effectiveness...

Bikes and Bazookas

Adam and Jamie investigate the claim that motorcycles are more environmentally friendly and cleaner than cars. Meanwhile, Kari, Tory, and Grant make h...

Newton's Crane Cradle

Jamie and Adam put a viral sensation to the test by enlarging Newton's cradle with wrecking balls. Meanwhile, Kari, Grant, and Tory investigate if the...

Walk a Straight Line

Can humans walk in a straight line without any visual cues, like when they’re blindfolded? And what happens to binary explosives if there’s a mino...

Duct Tape Plane

Adam and Jamie put three viral videos to the test, investigating the incredible capabilities of an excavator. Can it actually row a barge? Is it suita...

Flying Guillotine

Jamie and Adam investigate the safety of using C4 as a cooking fuel, provided nothing is dropped on it. Meanwhile, Kari, Grant, and Tory set out to te...

Drain Disaster

Investigate if igniting a sewer drain packed with flammable gas can launch an unsuspecting manhole cover like a projectile, and determine if truck bed...

Wet and Wild

The MythBusters dive headfirst into the world of water, fearlessly testing the wildest theories. They tackle the biggest waterslide on the planet, exp...

Wheel of Mythfortune

After giving the Wheel of Mythfortune a spin, the MythBusters dive into five unpredictable myths suggested by viewers. The myths include intriguing ti...

Toilet Bomb

Adam and Jamie dive into the explosive bathroom bomb inspired by Lethal Weapon, while Kari, Tory, and Grant soar into the sky to investigate whether f...

Duct Tape Island

Stranded on a remote Hawaiian island, Jamie and Adam are left with only a roll of sticky silver adhesive. Will they be able to utilize it to gather wa...

Fire vs. Ice

Adam and Jamie dive into an online phenomenon that pits a flamethrower against a CO2 fire extinguisher in an epic showdown. Meanwhile, Kari, Tory, and...

Square Wheels

Adam and Jamie explore if driving a car with square wheels becomes just as smooth at higher speeds as it does with round ones. Meanwhile, in the Date ...

Swinging Pirates

Hyneman and Captain Redbeard dive into a legend from Pirates of the Caribbean, putting it to the test. Meanwhile, Kari, Tory, and Grant unleash their ...

Battle of the Sexes

In a heated showdown, the MythBusters set men and women against each other in a series of challenges that include grilling, packing a car, driving, an...

Driving in Heels

While stylish spike heels and platform shoes are all the rage, do they pose a danger when driving? Join Jamie and Adam as they explore this question. ...

Revenge of the Myth

The MythBusters elevate beloved myths to new heights with an epic round of experiments, featuring favorites like Bird Balance, Exploding Water Heater,...

Bouncing Bullet

Adam and Jamie investigate a ricochet myth inspired by the TV series Burn Notice, while Kari, Tory, and Grant explore the Hollywood notion that jumpin...

Mailbag Special

In this engaging session of fan interactions, the hosts tackle questions from their audience while also responding to fun myth requests. One intriguin...

Bubble Pack Plunge

Adam and Jamie put the Internet and Hollywood to the test by exploring whether one can survive a jump from a building while encased in bubble wrap. Me...

Duel Dilemmas

As Adam and Jamie put the adage "never bring a knife to a gunfight" to the test, Kari, Grant, and Tory investigate whether a two-stage missile dubbed ...

Hollywood Gunslingers

The MythBusters dive into action, ready to tackle eight iconic Hollywood gun myths. They put to the test tales of infinite ammunition, the dangers of ...

Jawsome Shark Special

Adam Savage and Jamie Hyneman have faced countless thrilling challenges to debunk the most notorious shark myths throughout the years. In this episode...

Titanic Survival

Adam and Jamie join forces with renowned Titanic director James Cameron to investigate the most sought-after myth in MythBusters history. Meanwhile, K...

Trench Torpedo

The team dives into a World War One legend, examining whether a trench corner can dampen a shockwave and potentially save a soldier's life. Meanwhile,...

Hail Hijynx

Adam and Jamie delve into the physics of bridges as seen in the action flick Cliffhanger, putting their theories to the test. Meanwhile, Kari, Grant, ...

Fright Night

In this Halloween special, the MythBusters explore eerie sounds and the scent of fear. Adam and Jamie experiment with different sound frequencies to d...

Mini Myth Medley

The team dives into a collection of viewer-suggested myths and scores big with baseball icon Matt Cain. They put to the test the idea of riding a bike...

Cannonball Chemistry

Adam and Jamie set out to determine if a mattress can effectively soften a fall into water. At the same time, Kari, Tory, and Grant dive into nostalgi...

Food Fables

Celebrity chef Alton Brown joins the team to explore unconventional cooking methods, challenging them to see if they can prepare lasagna using a dishw...

JATO Rocket Car: Mission Accomplished?

To celebrate their 10th anniversary, MythBusters revisits one of their most iconic myths: the JATO Rocket Car. Armed with enhanced rocket technology, ...

Deadliest Catch Crabtastic Special

Captains Johnathan and Junior from Deadliest Catch team up with the MythBusters to explore some intriguing maritime myths. They investigate whether ge...

Down and Dirty/Earthquake Survival

The MythBusters dive into a messy investigation to determine whether hand dryers or paper towels are more effective in restrooms, while also exploring...

Indy Car Special

The MythBusters hit the track at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway to investigate some racing legends. They explore whether a human can outrun a machine...

Battle of the Sexes: Round 2

In the second round of the Battle of the Sexes, the MythBusters delve into popular stereotypes. They explore whether men truly refuse to ask for direc...

Motorcycle Water Ski

Jamie risks everything to explore the myth that a motorcycle can skim across a lake at highway speeds. Meanwhile, the MythBusters examine whether it's...

Hypermiling/Crash Cushions

Is it possible for a man trapped between two large passengers in the backseat of a car to survive if that car is struck on the side by a truck? The My...

Duct Tape Canyon

Stranded in the wild, Adam and Jamie face the challenges of the desert, scale down steep canyon walls, and tackle Class 5 rapids, relying on just duct...

Painting With Explosives/Bifurcated Boat

After a seven-year hiatus, unsolved Myth-teries returns! This time, Adam investigates the deadly snowflake, while Jamie tests his unique sphere to see...

Breaking Bad Special

Tensions rise as the MythBusters team joins forces with creator Vince Gilligan and star Aaron Paul to explore the science behind the acclaimed series ...

Star Wars Special

The MythBusters explore whether Luke could actually use his belt-mounted grappling hook to swing himself and Leia across a gap. They also investigate ...

Moonshiner Myths

The MythBusters investigate whether an explosive still could truly demolish a house and explore the possibility of using homemade alcohol to power a s...

Hollywood Car Crash Cliches

In a thrilling episode filled with automotive chaos, the MythBusters put classic Hollywood crash tropes to the test. They smash through glass, weave t...

Car Chase Chaos / Animal Antics

The MythBusters dive into classic car-chase tropes to see if it's possible to swap drivers, change seats, or even toss someone out of a moving vehicle...

*DO* Try This at Home?

After over a decade of tackling wild, perilous, and downright bizarre myths that are definitely not safe to attempt at home, the MythBusters shift the...

Mythssion Impossible

The MythBusters take on three seemingly unachievable sayings: Is it really possible to herd cats? Can someone catch a slippery pig? And, perhaps the b...

Bullet Baloney

The MythBusters tackle five popular gun-related movie myths: Can a shotgun with a bent barrel actually fire? Is it possible to shoot a gun in the vacu...

Supersonic Ping Pong/Ice Cannon

In this thrilling exploration of ballistics, Adam and Jamie investigate whether a supersonic ping pong ball can result in deadly consequences. Meanwhi...

Fire in the Hole

The MythBusters dive into some of the most iconic explosive scenes from Hollywood. They explore whether a hero could actually shoot a live grenade mid...

Household Disasters

This time, the focus is on YOUR home under the Myths-cro-scope. Is it possible for a vacuum cleaner to blow up while vacuuming black powder? Can sunsc...

Commercial Myths

The MythBusters tackle some nail-biting challenges at dizzying altitudes to investigate a few urban legends. Is it possible to successfully bob for an...

Road Rage

In this episode, three iconic car stunts inspired by Hollywood are put through their paces. First up is the cliff top push, followed by the thrilling ...

The Simpsons: D'oh!

At last, the MythBusters cross paths with the Simpsons! Will dropping a cherry bomb into a toilet drain cause toilets everywhere to erupt in chaos? An...

The Busters of the Lost Myths

Adam was absolutely thrilled by this, as you might expect. Is it possible for a whip to disarm an opponent? Can you use a whip to coil around a log an...

A-Team Special

Jamie and Adam explore the feasibility of constructing a functional cannon using materials they discover in an old barn. They then delve into the effe...

Video Game Special

Jamie and Adam, joined by UFC fighter Brendan Schaub and the creators of DOOM, explore the limits of how many weapons one can carry while still functi...

Transformers

Adam and Jamie dive into two fascinating myths about mechanical transformation. First, they explore whether a 2CV can be transformed into a motorcycle...

San Francisco Drift

Jamie and Adam took on two popular myths from the street racing scene. Can drifting actually get you to your destination more quickly? And does it rea...

Blow It Out of the Water

The phrase 'overwhelming victory' has its roots in World War II submarines, which could use torpedoes to blast enemy ships right out of the water. But...

Flights of Fantasy

Drone deliveries are becoming a reality, but could those rapidly rotating blades pose a potential danger? Additionally, is the U-2 truly the most chal...

MythBusters Revealed

For over 14 years, the MythBusters have been on a thrilling journey, using science to distinguish truth from myth. Now, as they prepare to wrap up thi...

The Explosion Special

The MythBusters commemorate their thrilling past with two thrilling experiments. In MacGyver Cement Truck, our iconic mullet-sporting hero stumbles up...

Tanker Crush

In this season, Jamie and Adam take on a challenge unlike any they've attempted before: creating an implosion using a vacuum. According to legend, a f...

Cooking Chaos

In this episode, the team explores two intriguing viral challenges. The first involves launching shrimp from an air cannon, sending them through a clo...

Driven to Destruction

The MythBusters are ready to unleash some serious car destruction in this explosive episode! Adam kicks things off by testing whether a simple vacuum ...

Volunteer Special

Over their 14-year run, the MythBusters have enlisted over 3,500 human volunteers, and in this special episode, they honor each of them! Jamie and Ada...

Failure Is Not an Option!

In this final revisit, Adam and Jamie aim to make amends for past experiments. They kick things off by showcasing their drifting skills to determine i...

Rocketman

Adam and Jamie dive into a beloved classic: Can gummy bears serve as effective rocket fuel? To uncover the truth, they explore real rocket science and...

Reddit Special

Adam and Jamie hand over the reins of MythBusters to the Reddit community, sifting through thousands of suggestions. In "Farting on FLIR," they invest...

Grand Finale

Since 2002, Adam and Jamie have been on a thrilling quest to distinguish reality from myth through groundbreaking experiments. However, as the adage s...

Reunion

In this concluding hour of the beloved series MythBusters, the five hosts come together for a final celebration! Inside M5, Adam Savage, Jamie Hyneman...

Heads Will Roll

Mythbusters is back with fresh faces, Jonathan and Brian at the helm. This time, the duo takes on the explosive potential of an airbag, putting it thr...

Chimney Cannon

The MythBusters explore whether a burglar can be propelled out of a chimney when the fireplace is burning. Next, they fire up a chainsaw to examine th...

Earthquake Water Heater

The MythBusters delve into whether a water heater can become a dangerous torpedo, exploring its potential for destruction. They also uncover the surpr...

Rock 'n' Roll Road Rage

Invisible Assassins

The MythBusters dive into the world of Hollywood's most notorious invisible killers, exploring a trio of legendary stories featuring clever and deadly...

Dead Body Double

Is it possible for a human body to serve as protection during a gunfight? Could oobleck be utilized as a bomb-proof material?

Fire Arrow vs. Gas Tank

The MythBusters delve into two myths centered around arrows. First, they explore whether shooting a flaming arrow into a car's gas tank could trigger ...

Pane In The Glass

The MythBusters delve into a cinematic myth about breaking glass, putting it to the test. Meanwhile, they also explore remedies to prevent tears while...

Wild Wild West

The MythBusters dive into a westward adventure as they explore a new set of myths inspired by the Wild West.

Spike In The Road

The MythBusters explore creative methods to outsmart police road spikes by employing do-it-yourself tactics and cinematic driving techniques. In addit...

Dynamite Deposit

The MythBusters dive into a fresh set of myths, employing their trademark approach of thrilling experiments and explosive tests.

Backseat Getaway Driver

The MythBusters explore whether a fugitive could successfully evade capture by driving from the back seat of a car, and they investigate if it’s gen...

Electrified Escape

Can someone safely exit a car that’s crashed into a power pole during a fire without the risk of electrocution? Additionally, is it safer for a pede...

Dropping a Bomb

Can pouring molten salt into a toilet clear a blockage? Is a third-person viewpoint more advantageous than a first-person perspective in navigating a ...