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MythBusters S9E5 — Torpedo Tastic
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MythBusters•Season 9•Episode 5

Torpedo Tastic

7.2/10 · 139 votesMay 4, 2011

Ranked #5 of 21 in Season 9•+0.2 vs season avg

Discussion

Did the world's first torpedo really strike a boat with a deadly payload at 800 feet? Can corks in wine bottles be turned into projectiles if exposed to enough pressure?

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Jamie Hyneman

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Kari Byron

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Grant Imahara

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Episode Summary

"Torpedo Tastic" is episode 5 of MythBusters season 9. It scored 7.2/10 from 139 votes, ranking #5 of 21 episodes this season (season average 7.0). It aired on May 4, 2011.

Next: E6 · Blow Your Own SailBest of Season 9