"National Geographic to Air 'Oklahoma City Bombing: One Day in America' on April 2 at 8/7c"
On April 2, 2025, the critically acclaimed National Geographic will premiere a three-part docuseries titled "Oklahoma City Bombing: One Day in America." Produced by 72 Films, this series will stream on Disney+ and Hulu the day after its television premiere.
The docuseries promises an unprecedented account of the Oklahoma City bombing, a tragic event that occurred on April 19, 1995, and remains the deadliest act of domestic terrorism in U.S. history. The bombing targeted the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building, causing widespread destruction and claiming 168 lives, including 19 children.
The series begins with Episode 1: Explosion, which focuses on the day of the bombing, the chaos that ensued, and the initial response from first responders and the media. Edye Raines, a victim of the bombing, recalls the frantic search for her two missing children, while district fire chief Mike Shannon and other first responders share their desperate fight to save lives.
In Episode 2: Manhunt, reports of a second explosive cause mass panic, leading to an evacuation. First responders are forced to leave survivors trapped and fearing for their lives. The country questions who would strike a federal building in the heartland, and the FBI launches a nationwide search to find those responsible.
The series reaches a climax in Episode 3: Justice, where the trial begins seeking the death penalty for the worst domestic terrorist attack in U.S. history. Former President Bill Clinton and former Oklahoma Gov. Frank Keating reflect on leading a nation in mourning, while survivor Amy Downs relives the harrowing experience of being trapped in the rubble for hours. The nation grapples with the reality that the Oklahoma City bomber is an American veteran who shows no remorse.
Throughout the series, the director, Michael Mann, presents rare archive and powerful first-hand testimony from witnesses, some sharing their stories for the first time. The series aims to honor the survivors, families, and heroes who responded to the tragedy, ensuring that this pivotal moment in history is never forgotten.
National Geographic Content, with its diverse content portfolio and reach of over 532 million people worldwide, continues to inspire fans to connect with, explore, and care about the world through factual storytelling. The "Oklahoma City Bombing: One Day in America" docuseries is a testament to this commitment, offering a poignant and powerful exploration of a dark chapter in American history.
