Unchained Reaction is a science and engineering reality game show that airs on the Discovery Channel. It is judged and executive-produced by Adam Savage and Jamie Hyneman, best known for hosting the science entertainment series MythBusters. Premiered on March 18, 2012, the series pits two teams of various backgrounds against each other to build an elaborate chain reaction contraption. Teams are provided with identical sets of tools and materials and are given five days to construct a series of mechanisms based on a pre-determined theme. Midway through each week, the teams are provided with a surprise "missing link" item that they must add to the middle of their machines. The winner is selected by Savage, Hyneman, and a guest judge.
CreatorsAdam Savage, Jamie Hyneman
Heavy vs. Light
Mar 18, 2012
Adam and Jamie challenge electronics experts and set carpenters to build the most creative multi-step "heavy-vs-light" themed machine.
Fire and Ice
Mar 25, 2012
Rocket scientists and special-effects artists go head-to-head in their effort to build the very best fire-and-ice themed machine.
Speed
Apr 1, 2012
Horror movie-effects specialists battle motorcycle mechanics in the fight to build the meanest speed-themed machine.
Take Flight
Apr 8, 2012
A team of engineers goes up against a group of artists in this flight-themed build. Will their machines get off of the ground? Or crash and burn?
Jack of All Trades
Apr 15, 2012
Designers and construction workers square off to build the most impressive multi-step tool-themed machines, but tensions rise amongst both groups and one team finds itself at odds with its machine.
Movie Mayhem
Apr 22, 2012
Rick Baker is the guest judge as Team InSaign (metal workers) and Team Fail Fail Fail Win (multi-media artists) fight for best machine.
