Railroad Alaska

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  • 2013
  • 3 Seasons
  • 7.2  (324)

Railroad Alaska is a thrilling reality TV show on the Destination America channel, marking the day-to-day struggles of people living and working on a remote and harsh railway route in Alaska. The show has an intense energy and captures the beauty and treachery of Alaska's untamed terrain, with the railway as the only lifeline between small towns and cities, carrying essential supplies and people.

Railroad Alaska first aired on November 16, 2013, and featured a talented cast, including railroad workers, engineers, hunters, fishermen, and homesteaders who call this challenging and rugged environment their home. The three main cast members were Bill Bivins, Demetri Goritsas, and George Huling.

Bill Bivins, also known as "Wild Bill," is a seasoned track supervisor with decades of experience working on the railroad, ensuring that the tracks are well-maintained and safe for travel. Bivins is a charismatic and fearless person, who knows the location like the back of his hand and capable of facing any challenge that comes his way.

Demetri Goritsas is a railroad engineer with a passion for driving the trains through the Alaskan wilderness. Goritsas is passionate about his job and dedicated to delivering essential goods to remote Alaskan communities. He is always on the lookout for challenges that can come his way, from unpredictable weather and difficult terrain to icy tracks and animal crossings.

George Huling is a wilderness guide, who has lived in Alaska for more than 40 years. Huling is a self-made man, who built his homestead in the remote woods of Alaska, living off the grid, and thriving in the countryside. He is an avid hunter and fisherman and is equipped with extensive wild survival skills.

The show is packed with exciting content, featuring different storylines and themes in each episode. From a grizzly bear trap that's blocking the tracks and pose a threat to train operations, to frozen locomotives that need repairing in the dead of winter; from the danger of a looming avalanche that could wipe out the entire railway route to the logistics of moving a whole town in a few short weeks.

Throughout the show, viewers also get to experience the personal lives and hardships of each character. We see how their work impacts on their families, as well as the sacrifices they make to keep the railway route functional. Some episodes show how Alaskans have to live with the harsh winter weather, dealing with frozen pipes, collapsing roofs, and constant power outages.

Besides the challenges of living in a remote and unforgiving terrain, the show also illustrates Alaskans' innate sense of community and togetherness. We see how small communities work together to help each other, lending a hand when needed, and being a support system for each other.

The cinematography in Railroad Alaska is breathtaking and breathtaking, captured vividly through the show's dynamic editing and unique camera angles. The show features stunning mountain ranges, crystal-clear rivers, and vast expanses of frozen tundra, all while highlighting the raw power of nature in Alaska.

In conclusion, Railroad Alaska is an excellent show for anyone looking for an adrenaline-packed reality TV with thrilling storylines and fascinating characters. It highlights the grit, determination, and persistence of Alaskans who live and work in the most unforgiving terrain in North America, capturing the untamed beauty and treachery of Alaska in its rawest form. It's a testament to human resilience, showcasing the human spirit's triumph over the harshest of elements.

Railroad Alaska is a series that is currently running and has 3 seasons (24 episodes). The series first aired on November 16, 2013.

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Meltdown
8. Meltdown
January 2, 2016
The railroad goes into meltdown mode after the winter defrost; and a freight train is slowed down on the famously dangerous Hurricane Gulch.
Trapped In Ice
7. Trapped In Ice
December 26, 2015
A freight team hurrying to Anchorage run into an icy challenges as they avoid raiders on the track. In the wilderness, homesteaders get together to look for a deserted cabin washed down stream and stuck in ice.
Ice Rescue
6. Ice Rescue
December 19, 2015
Anger reaches a high point as a very heavy train causes brake issues and a derailment strands maintenance crews. Off grid, homesteaders barely avoid a fire but are left with no heat.
Mountain Hell
5. Mountain Hell
December 12, 2015
The freight train heads north to make a very important delivery to the highest part of the Alaska Railroad; JT and Marvin construct a traditional bath.
The Dead Zone
4. The Dead Zone
December 5, 2015
A communications failure leaves a train carrying the largest load ever on the Alaska Railroad plunging towards a "dead zone"; and off-grid settlers face the hardships of living off the land in diverse ways.
Night From Hell
3. Night From Hell
November 28, 2015
Following an accident, veteran off-gridder Jim James tries to get to the hospital by train, but barriers may put him at risk. Meanwhile, the freight team have difficulty opening up a port during lock-down.
Eye of the Storm
2. Eye of the Storm
November 21, 2015
In the forest Jim and Nancy James test a hopeful off grid couple, and Jennifer Hawks attempts to locate a lost settler. In the meantime, the transportation wrestles to transfer a heavy load.
Under Siege
1. Under Siege
November 14, 2015
A villainous gunman threatens to derail a train carrying military equipment worth a quarter of a billion dollars. Meanwhile, Nancy and Jim hit hardship while building a cabin.
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Where to Watch Railroad Alaska
Railroad Alaska is available for streaming on the Destination America website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Railroad Alaska on demand at Discovery+, Amazon Prime, Philo, Amazon, Vudu, FuboTV, Microsoft Movies & TV, Google Play, Apple TV and Destination America.
  • Premiere Date
    November 16, 2013
  • IMDB Rating
    7.2  (324)