The BEST episodes of Hurricane Katrina: Race Against Time
Every episode of Hurricane Katrina: Race Against Time ever, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Hurricane Katrina: Race Against Time!
A gripping historical record of Hurricane Katrina and its aftermath, this five-part series transports viewers into the chaos that engulfed New Orleans in the days leading up to and following the storm’s landfall. With archival footage and moment-by-moment accounts from residents, first responders and officials, the series exposes how a natural disaster became a national tragedy.
#1 - Wake Up Call
Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 7/28/2025
The future of a devastated New Orleans hangs in the balance as its residents struggle to return, rebuild and restore their lives even 20 years later.
#2 - Shoot To Kill
Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 7/28/2025
Gen. Honoré leads rescue efforts post-Katrina amid pressure to use force. Evacuees face discrimination, and tensions rise as violence increases.
#3 - Worst Case Scenario
Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 7/27/2025
New Orleans floods after the levees breach. Residents try to evacuate, rescue efforts begin, and a chaotic atmosphere sets in.
#4 - A Desperate Place
Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 7/27/2025
Rescues persist as thousands are trapped at home, with others ushered to the Superdome. Stories of resilience emerge amid media focus on violence.
#5 - The Coming Storm
Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 7/27/2025
Hurricane Katrina looms over New Orleans, while residents face a chaotic evacuation. As the city scrambles to prepare, 100,000 are left behind.