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The 12 Wettest & Wildest Moments in MythBusters History | MythBusters

MythBusters dives into their wettest and wildest moments, counting down the top 12 water-related experiments and insights from their history.

MythBusters · August 23, 2026 · 49-min episode · 6-min read

The 12 Wettest & Wildest Moments in MythBusters History | MythBusters

Key takeaways

🤔Adam Savage's initial doubt about Jamie Hyneman's sprayer method for lubricating the water slide, followed by its success, highlights the dynamic of their collaboration and occasional disagreements.05:00
🥩The team's ongoing wait for a steak dinner from former FBI agent Frank Doyle, after successfully busting a myth he was convinced would fail, adds a humorous personal touch to their scientific endeavors.07:47
🦈Tory Belleci's meticulous crafting of Hugo the foam shark, and his emotional attachment to it, showcases the dedication and personal investment the team puts into their builds.08:56
🥶Adam's admission of wetting himself during the syrup swimming experiment, due to the cold and prolonged immersion, reveals the personal sacrifices and discomfort involved in some myth tests.12:50
🤢Tory's creation of "Meat Man" from rotting pork for the deep-sea diving suit experiment, despite its nauseating smell, demonstrates the team's commitment to realistic (and sometimes disgusting) human analogs.14:47
🔬The team's visit to the world-class Icing Research Tunnel, a facility that tests spacecraft and fighter jets, underscores the high-level scientific resources they sometimes utilize for their experiments.18:21

Chapters

0:00Introduction to Wet & Wild
0:22Water Slide Wipeout
1:03Water Bombs
2:13Out in the Cold
23:20Dive, Dive, Dive!
28:29MythBusters on Ice
46:43Water Torture
52:25The Life Aquatic
55:45Boatmageddon
1:03:35Unforgettable Encounters
1:13:15Rock the Boat

The digest

From explosive underwater experiments to the chilling realities of deep-sea diving, the MythBusters team has never shied away from getting their feet (and everything else) wet in the name of science. This special retrospective dives deep into the archives, counting down the top 12 wettest and wildest moments in MythBusters history, showcasing the ingenuity, daring, and occasional discomfort involved in busting myths that are intrinsically linked to H2O.

The Water Slide Wipeout: A Leap of Faith

The countdown kicks off with the infamous water slide wipeout myth, inspired by an online video of a person launching off a massive hillside slide into a tiny pool. The MythBusters, ever committed to safety (even if it means not risking their own lives), decided to test this myth over water. The construction of the ramp itself was an epic undertaking, described as "positively Egyptian" by Adam Savage, involving hundreds of feet of plywood meticulously screwed together by Jamie Hyneman and Adam. The initial tests, with Adam sliding from halfway up the ramp, proved challenging. Lubrication was key, and Jamie's sprayer method, initially doubted by Adam, proved superior, earning Jamie a cool $100. Despite a few painful landings and instant headaches, Adam's third jump, guided by stunt coordinator Nick Prosche, was a perfect 50-degree angle, landing precisely in the center of the target without disturbing the water. This bullseye moment solidified its place in the wet and wild countdown.