Fukushima
Dramatized Historical Fiction Series
A tsunami hits Japan’s Fukushima nuclear plant, surging past defences and flooding reactors. As the energy company and politicians in Tokyo lose control, the reactors become unstable and a “suicide squad” of older workers is sent inside. This seven-part drama series from BBC World Service follows the heroes who fight to contain the disaster, and those whose mistakes led Japan to catastrophe. Years later, some seek atonement.
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Trailer: Fukushima – Dramas
A drama about losing control in Japan’s nuclear emergency. The heroes who fight to contain the disaster and those whose mistakes lead Japan to catastrophe. Years later, some seek atonement. This seven-part drama from the BBC World Service is released weekly from 15 May 2023.
