“We were in deep, deep trouble.” This is Mission Control like you’ve never heard it before.

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After the explosion, denial and disbelief turn to dread. Mission Control is in a fight against time to establish the cause of Apollo 13's damage and keep its crew safe. They gradually realise that Odyssey is a doomed vessel and they will need an alternative plan to get the astronauts home.

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