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The Best Episodes of Challenger: The Final Flight

Every episode of Challenger: The Final Flight ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Challenger: The Final Flight!

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Engineers, officials and the crew members' families provide their perspective on the 1986 Space Shuttle Challenger disaster and its aftermath.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Challenger: The Final Flight Season 1 Episode 3 - A Major Malfunction
    8.2/10(434 votes)

    #1 - A Major Malfunction

    S1:E3

    After several delays, the crew prepares for launch as engineers and NASA officials tensely discuss concerns about the O-rings and a cold weather launch.

    Directors:Daniel Junge, Steven Leckart
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Challenger: The Final Flight Season 1 Episode 4 - Nothing Ends Here
    8.1/10(423 votes)

    #2 - Nothing Ends Here

    S1:E4

    Challenger's shocking explosion devastates the families of the crew as well as millions watching live, and an investigation puts NASA on the defensive.

    Directors:Daniel Junge, Steven Leckart
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Challenger: The Final Flight Season 1 Episode 2 - HELP!
    7.7/10(445 votes)

    #3 - HELP!

    S1:E2

    To revive public interest, NASA chooses teacher Christa McAuliffe to be the first civilian on the Shuttle. Issues with the solid rocket boosters linger.

    Directors:Daniel Junge, Steven Leckart
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Challenger: The Final Flight Season 1 Episode 1 - Space for Everyone
    7.6/10(481 votes)

    #4 - Space for Everyone

    S1:E1

    The new Space Shuttle program captivates America and draws a diverse, determined crop of astronauts. But safety issues arise out of public view.

    Directors:Daniel Junge, Steven Leckart
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"A Major Malfunction" is the best rated episode of "Challenger: The Final Flight". It scored 8.2/10 based on 434 votes. Directed by Daniel Junge, Steven Leckart and written by Unknown, it aired on 9/16/2020. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "Nothing Ends Here".