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Released
2009 · TV SERIES

1000 Ways to Die

A charismatic host takes viewers on a pulse‑pounding tour of bizarre, often gruesome fatalities, racing to explain the shocking science that turns everyday moments into lethal traps.

First aired
2009
Seasons
5 seasons
DocumentaryComedy
Streaming on
  • Paramount+

The interplay between the science of life and the unpredictability of death is explored alongside elements of Darwinism. Experts in forensic science, pathology, toxicology, herpetology, and other disciplines provide insightful explanations of death.

Seasons & Episodes

  1. 1.01Unforced ErrorsFeb 8, 2009Rate

    A man is fatally struck by a large truck, leaving the investigators to determine the circumstances behind the tragic accident.

  2. 1.02Death Over EasyFeb 8, 2009Rate

    A man trapped in a mafia-controlled meat freezer in South Philly seeks revenge as he faces a deadly cold and the consequences of a stolen meat scandal.

  3. 1.03Dead and DeaderFeb 15, 2009Rate

    A man experiences a strong physical reaction after coming into contact with a costume made of rubber.

  4. 1.04Death Gets BusyFeb 22, 2009Rate

    A man suffers a bizarre accident while bathing, a supermodel meets a tragic end through self-consumption, and an ordinary tire leads to an unexpected explosion.

  5. 1.05The Lighter Side of DeathMar 1, 2009Rate

    A farmhand becomes entangled in a complicated situation with the farmer's daughter, while another worker faces a bizarre challenge involving raw snails, and a magician is forced to make a difficult decision when he bites the bullet.

  6. 1.06The Good, The Bad, and the DeadMar 8, 2009Rate

    A survivalist faces a dangerous encounter with snakes in the wilderness, while a shoplifter attempts to evade capture by hiding in a dumpster.

  7. 1.07Death Be Not StupidMar 15, 2009Rate

    A man with narcolepsy experiences a sleep attack during work, causing concern for his safety and job security. A biker becomes addicted to drinking gasoline, leading to dangerous behavior. A couple suffers fatal health complications following a night of intimacy.

  8. 1.08Cure for the Common DeathMar 22, 2009Rate

    A couple of Ozzy Osborne fans suffer serious consequences after snorting fire ants. A July 4th partygoer's poor decision-making leads to a fatal accident involving a homemade firecracker. Two rock enthusiasts push their air guitar duel to dangerous levels.

  9. 1.09Death: A User's ManualMar 29, 2009Rate

    An overweight man confronts his eating habits, a bodybuilder faces setbacks in his training, and a couple's reliance on texting leads to serious consequences.

  10. 1.10I See Dead People (and they're cracking me up)Apr 5, 2009Rate

    A man dies from complications following a routine colonic, prompting an investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death. Meanwhile, a mysterious delayed reaction to another death raises questions. A separate case involves a man who chokes to death after stealing a hot dog.

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