Ten Weeks (2020): S01E08 – To the Brink

Introduction Five Americans go through 10 weeks of basic training, showing their transformation from civilians into soldiers. Outline Week eight begins as the trainees face their most dangerous challenge yet; they learn how to throw live grenades, where one mistake could be deadly; they also get their second chance to pass the gruelling Army Combat…

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

Week eight begins as the trainees face their most dangerous challenge yet; they learn how to throw live grenades, where one mistake could be deadly; they also get their second chance to pass the gruelling Army Combat Fitness Test.

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.