Season 1
Human Playground
6 EPISODES • 2022
Season 1 of Human Playground was released on September 30 and consists of 6 episodes.

Episodes

1: Breaking the Pain Barrier
Sep 30, 2022
No pain, no gain: A marathon in the desert, bullfighting, a brutal bicycle race and ice swimming push people to the brink, mentally and physically.
2: An Ancient Ritual
Sep 30, 2022
From a ritual war game to a nomadic hunting tradition, tests of bravery, skill and strength are fueled by the needs for food, survival and glory.
3: Rites of Passage
Sep 30, 2022
Young men in Madagascar grapple with a zebu to enter adulthood as boys elsewhere try to master Kung Fu, sumo wrestling and reindeer racing.
4: In Pursuit of Perfection
Sep 30, 2022
A surfer sets out to ride a massive wave. A diver attempts a deadly plunge. A female racer in Palestine and a wheelchair bodybuilder create spectacles.
5: God's Playground
Sep 30, 2022
From mountaineering in the face of death to a game for a fruitful harvest, sports are spiritual experiences for those seeking signs from a higher power.
6: Big Business
Sep 30, 2022
A popular combat sport in Senegal provides a payday for many, while technology gives rise to games that rake in millions for players and gamblers alike.
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