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On 6 July 1988, fire engulfed Piper Alpha, killing 167 men. With dramatic testimony and emotional interviews, this is the minute-by-minute story of that night...
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  • The Golden Ticket
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    The Golden Ticket

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 8/24/2025

    Told through the testimony of rig workers and their families back home, this is the minute-by-minute story of how the 1980s oil boom turned to disaster when Piper Alpha exploded.

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown