Ten Weeks (2020): S01E07 – Cover Fire

Introduction Five Americans go through 10 weeks of basic training, showing their transformation from civilians into soldiers. Outline There is no room for mistakes in week seven as the trainees begin Blue Phase; they must put everything they have learned into practice during a dangerous two-person drill, having to shoot, move and communicate through obstacles…

Andrew Marshall

22/01/2025

1–2 minutes

Basic Training, Military Documentary, US Army

Introduction

Five Americans go through 10 weeks of basic training, showing their transformation from civilians into soldiers.

Outline

There is no room for mistakes in week seven as the trainees begin Blue Phase; they must put everything they have learned into practice during a dangerous two-person drill, having to shoot, move and communicate through obstacles using live rounds.

Ten Weeks Series

You can find an overview and episode guide for Ten Weeks here.

Production & Filming Details

Release Date: 02 November 2020
Running Time: 60 minutes (per episode).
Rating: TV-PG.
Country: US.
Language: English.