The definitive account of Japan’s struggle as it faced a nuclear catastrophe while still reeling from the devastation of an earthquake and tsunami.

This documentary chronicles the 2011 Fukushima Daiichi nuclear disaster in a gripping minute-by-minute format. From the massive earthquake to the devastating tsunami and the desperate struggle to cool failing reactors, it captures the chaos, critical decisions, and technical failures that shaped each moment. Using official records and archival footage, it immerses viewers in the tense hours of Japan's worst nuclear crisis.

Minute by Minute is a gripping documentary series that chronicles some of history's most intense and catastrophic events in real time. Each episode reconstructs disasters, crises, and pivotal moments with second-by-second precision, combining archival footage, survivor accounts, expert analysis, and immersive storytelling. From explosions and natural disasters to political upheavals, the series offers an unflinching look at the human experience in moments of extreme pressure, revealing both tragedy and resilience. By following events as they unfold, Minute by Minute captures the urgency, chaos, and critical decisions that shape outcomes, providing viewers with a visceral understanding of the forces that change lives in an instant.