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Rescue 911 is a reality-based television series that aired from April 18, 1989, to August 27, 1996, hosted by William Shatner. The program features reenactments of emergency situations, often based on actual 911 calls. While not designed as an instructional tool, many viewers gained valuable knowledge from the show, which they later applied in real-life emergencies.
The series gained popularity alongside the adoption of the 911 emergency system in the United States and Canada. It played a role in familiarizing the public with the number for emergency assistance. Two specials, '100 Lives Saved' and '200 Lives Saved,' recognized viewers who credited the show with helping them save lives, with at least 350 lives saved as a result of the information shared on the program.
Why Watch
- •See real-life emergency reenactments.
- •Meet people who saved lives using show knowledge.
- •Find out how 911 became a universal emergency number.
Did You Know
•Rescue 911 premiered on April 18, 1989.
•The series aired until August 27, 1996.
•At least 350 lives were saved due to knowledge gained from the show.
•The total duration of the series is 11,100 minutes.
•The show was hosted by William Shatner.
Perfect For
Emergency response trainingReality TV fansPublic safety awareness