Is Impossible Repairs coming back?

Impossible Repairs ended on July 20, 2025, on Smithsonian Channel.

Impossible Repairs was a documentary series that premiered on September 19, 2021. It followed host Mike Davidson as he traveled around the world to explore some of the most impressive machines on Earth and meet the teams responsible for maintaining them. The show highlighted various challenging environments, including the forests of the Pacific Northwest, the jungles of the Panama Canal, and the Alps of Switzerland, showcasing how these crews overcome storms, mechanical failures, and extreme conditions to keep their machinery operational.

The series was a six-part program that aired across four seasons. Each episode provided an in-depth look at different types of heavy machinery and the dedicated professionals behind their repairs. The show was produced in a straightforward documentary style, focusing on the technical and logistical aspects of machine maintenance in demanding settings. Mike Davidson served as the host throughout its run, guiding viewers through these extraordinary feats of engineering and teamwork. The series had a runtime of 51 minutes per episode.