- The Underground (2015)
- The Big Dig (2008)
- Man-Made Marvels: The Channel Tunnel (2009)
- Underground Britain (2011)
- The World's Biggest Tunnel (2014)
- Tunnels of the Deep (2016)
- Beneath the Surface (2017)
- The Underground City (2018)
- Tunneling Through Time (2019)
- Engineering the Impossible: The Underground (2020)
Fancy delving into the depths of human ingenuity? This curated list of documentaries will take you on a journey beneath the earth's surface, showcasing the marvels of underground construction. From the engineering feats that have shaped our cities to the challenges faced by those who work in these subterranean realms, these films offer a fascinating insight into a world often hidden from view. Whether you're an engineering enthusiast or just curious about what lies beneath, this collection promises to enlighten and entertain.
The Underground (2015)
Description: This documentary explores the London Underground, its history, and the ongoing efforts to modernize and expand one of the oldest subway systems in the world.
Fact: The London Underground was the first underground railway in the world, opened in
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The Big Dig (2008)
Description: This documentary delves into the Central Artery/Tunnel Project in Boston, one of the most complex and expensive highway projects in the US, highlighting the engineering challenges and political controversies.
Fact: The project was initially estimated to cost $
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Man-Made Marvels: The Channel Tunnel (2009)
Description: Explore the engineering marvel that connects Britain and France, detailing the construction process, the geological challenges, and the political will that made it possible.
Fact: The tunnel was dug by 13,000 workers, and the project took six years to complete.
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Underground Britain (2011)
Description: A journey through the subterranean world of Britain, showcasing the hidden infrastructure that keeps the country running, from sewers to secret bunkers.
Fact: The film reveals the existence of a secret underground city beneath London, built during WWII.
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The World's Biggest Tunnel (2014)
Description: Follow the construction of the Gotthard Base Tunnel in Switzerland, the longest and deepest railway tunnel in the world, and witness the engineering challenges faced.
Fact: The tunnel stretches 57 km (35 miles) and took 17 years to complete.
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Tunnels of the Deep (2016)
Description: Dive into the underwater world of tunnel construction, focusing on projects like the Seikan Tunnel in Japan and the Channel Tunnel, showcasing the unique challenges of underwater engineering.
Fact: The Seikan Tunnel is the world's longest undersea tunnel, connecting the Japanese islands of Honshu and Hokkaido.
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Beneath the Surface (2017)
Description: A look at the underground infrastructure of New York City, from the subway system to the water tunnels, revealing the unseen networks that support urban life.
Fact: New York City has over 12,000 miles of water mains and sewers.
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The Underground City (2018)
Description: Explore the vast network of tunnels and bunkers beneath cities like Beijing and Moscow, revealing the strategic importance and the engineering behind these hidden urban landscapes.
Fact: Beijing's underground city was built to accommodate over 300,000 people during a nuclear attack.
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Tunneling Through Time (2019)
Description: This documentary traces the history of tunneling from ancient times to modern mega-projects, highlighting the evolution of techniques and technologies.
Fact: The film includes footage of the first tunnel ever built, the Siloam Tunnel in Jerusalem, dating back to 701 BC.
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Engineering the Impossible: The Underground (2020)
Description: A series that explores the engineering behind some of the world's most ambitious underground projects, from the Transbay Tube in San Francisco to the Crossrail in London.
Fact: The Transbay Tube, part of the BART system, was constructed using a tunnel boring machine named "Mole Man."
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