Hollywood Weapons

Overview
Thrilling weaponry from iconic films and television gets a reality check as U.S. Special Forces veteran Terry Schappert teams up with weapons expert Larry Zanoff. Together, they explore the mechanics behind Hollywood’s most explosive action scenes, collaborating with top prop houses and weapons builders. Each episode dissects and tests the feasibility of famous stunts and armaments, revealing the truth behind the cinematic magic. Viewers are treated to a blend of entertainment and education, showcasing the art of action in a way that’s both engaging and informative.
Episodes
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1
Terry's Criminal Minds
As a killer attempts to eliminate his last target, their vehicle gradually submerges in a lake. The only chance for survival rests on rescuing her be...
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2
Shark Go Boom
In this memorable moment, Chief Brody clings to his capsizing vessel as a massive shark swims toward him, a scuba tank caught in its jaws. To see if ...
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3
The Good, The Bad and Terry
In this iconic western, Clint Eastwood, known as Blondie, rescues Eli Wallach from execution by the gallows on three occasions, skillfully shooting an...
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4
Dying Hard
In the episode titled "Dying Hard," John McLane, portrayed by Bruce Willis, finds himself perilously hanging from the edge of a building. To escape hi...
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5
Schapbo
John Rambo's remarkable skill in single-handedly taking down foes has led to some of the most spectacular weapon sequences in film history. In this ep...
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6
Terry and the Minigun
Is it possible to operate a GE Minigun as a handheld weapon while carrying ammunition in a backpack, similar to a scene in Captain America: Winter So...
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7
Scoreless
Nick Wells (Robert De Niro) employs an unconventional approach to breach a safe: he slices through it with a blowtorch, fills the interior with water...
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8
Terry vs. Gorn
In one of the iconic episodes of the original series, Captain James T. Kirk faces off against the formidable Gorn alien. Utilizing his resourcefulness...
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Terry Down Under
In this episode, Terry takes on the challenge of the highly sought-after film Quigley Down Under. He aims to see if he can successfully make a 564-yar...
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2
Bond, Terry Bond
Terry and Larry embark on an exciting experiment to assess the practicality of equipping a car with fully automatic machine guns, reminiscent of the i...
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3
Just-Terry-Fied
In this episode, Terry and Larry explore two pivotal moments from "Justified." In one scene, Terry, portraying Raylan Givens, wakes up in a bathtub wi...
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4
Terry's Reindeer Game
In the episode titled "Terry's Reindeer Game," Terry and Larry reenact a pivotal moment from "Reindeer Games," where Ben Affleck and Charlize Theron's...
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5
Ex-Men: The Origin of Terry
Terry and Larry decide to put a legendary moment from an X-Men movie to the test. They set out to determine whether a katana can indeed slice through...
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6
Pay Terry Back
Terry and Larry decide to reenact two sequences from Mel Gibson's movie, Payback. In one intense scene, Mel's character finds himself in the rear seat...
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7
Paint Your Red River Stagecoach at High
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8
Terry's Underworld
Terry and Larry decide to recreate a legendary moment from "Underworld," featuring Kate Beckinsale. In a daring attempt, Terry tries to create a perf...
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A Pirates Life for Terry
Terry and Larry embark on an exhilarating escapade as they reenact scenes from the classic 1920s movie, The Black Pirate, featuring Douglas Fairbanks...
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2
Terry Loves '70s Cop Shows
Terry finds himself transported to the vibrant era of the 1970s, where he can finally experience his childhood aspiration of being a classic TV cop. W...
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3
Breaking Terry Badly
In a crossover twist, Terry becomes ensnared in Walter White's world from Breaking Bad. Alongside Larry, he attempts to recreate three memorable scen...
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4
Getting to Know Rick O'Shea
This episode introduces us to Larry’s buddy, Rick O’Shea (Ricochet). Terry and Larry explore various films that showcase bullet manipulation, aim...
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5
Larry's Shadow
Larry is drawn into the enigmatic realm of Terry, who is eager to experiment with two key scenes from the 1994 movie starring Alec Baldwin, The Shadow...
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6
We Hear Ya
In this episode, Larry and Terry take on a variety of viewer challenges. They dive into a series of wild scenes inspired by films like Bad Boys 2, Un...
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7
D-Day by Air
Terry returns to paratrooper training to experience the intense challenges faced by soldiers as they parachuted into combat on D-Day. He will take on...
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8
Saving Private Terry
Terry embarks on a journey to revisit his military past by attempting the iconic sniper shot featured in Saving Private Ryan. Joined by Larry, the duo...
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The Last Crusade of Indiana Terry
The crew decides to explore and reenact iconic moments from "Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade." They dive into thrilling adventures, tackling challe...
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2
Equalizing Terry
Terry and Larry embark on an exciting experiment, where they will recreate three iconic scenes from Denzel Washington's Equalizer series. Can Terry em...
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3
Silencing Terry
Terry and Larry experiment with various methods to muffle the sound of gunfire, inspired by the techniques they've observed in films. Their amusing a...
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4
Meet the Smiths
The group decides to put their skills to the ultimate challenge, inspired by the film "Mr. and Mrs. Smith." As they engage in a series of thrilling te...
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5
Nightmare on Hollywood Weapons
The crew experiments with iconic sequences from beloved horror movies, diving into the thrills and chills that define the genre. As they reenact thes...
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All for One!
Terry embarks on a time-traveling adventure, determined to prove himself as a true musketeer. He ventures into the past, facing challenges and testing...
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7
RED-ish
Get ready for a hilarious adventure filled with cheesy jokes, takeout from a Chinese restaurant, a flashy low rider, and some role-playing game actio...
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8
MacSchappert
The team challenges their beloved genius, MacGyver, to prove his skills once again. Blending elements from both the classic series and the modern rebo...
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Terry's Lethal Weapon
Terry and Larry dive into the iconic Lethal Weapon franchise as they analyze and recreate four action-packed scenes. Their journey is filled with lau...
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Jean Claude Van Schappert
Terry dives into the thrilling realm of Slow-Mo and explosive action, channeling Jean Claude from Hard Target. Together with Larry, he embarks on a c...
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S-Smart
In this episode, Terry embarks on a time-travel adventure to explore the beloved cult classic, Army of Darkness. He experiences key scenes firsthand,...
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4
Terry's Brave Heart
Terry delights in teasing Larry with his spot-on impersonation of William Wallace from Braveheart. Not only does he get to brandish Wallace's iconic ...
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Bond-ing with Larry
Is Terry Schappert the ultimate international action hero? Not quite. In this episode, Terry and Larry dive into thrilling scenes from iconic James B...
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6
Across the Great Divided Lonesome Mighty River
While westerns are adored by most, Larry isn't a fan. In an effort to change his mind, Terry persuades him to watch and critique various scenes from ...
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Down Mexico Way
Tread carefully around organized crime. Our fearless pair delves into thrilling moments from the cartel drama Queen of the South, but they pause for ...
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8
Terry Alone at Home
Who forgot to take Terry along? It was Larry! In a fun twist, Terry and Larry recreate iconic moments from the beloved Home Alone movies, putting the...
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Terry Loves Superheroes
Terry and Larry put some superheroes to the test.
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Terry Reacher
Putting Jack Reacher to the test.
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3
The Harder Terry Falls
Terry embarks on a series of challenges inspired by the legendary western film, "The Harder They Fall," and puts his skills to the test with a cantee...
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The Schappert Identity
Terry embraces his inner action hero, drawing inspiration from Jason Bourne as he attempts to recreate iconic scenes from the beloved film series. Hi...
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We Do it For You
In the mailroom, Terry and Larry dive into viewer submissions, exploring iconic moments from Yellowstone, SWAT, and the Fast and Furious franchise. A...
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6
Leftovers Again?
Terry and Larry test new things.
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7
Punishing Terry
With an array of grenades, propane tanks, and an unexpected bathtub, Terry faces a series of outrageous challenges that put his comic book hero skill...
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Terry Loves Action Movies
Terry has a passion for action films, from classics like Polar to iconic franchises like James Bond and Lethal Weapon. Eager to find out which films t...