Synopsis

An extensive look at the series of events leading up to the sinking of the Costa Concordia cruise liner, and details plans to re-float the ship in one of the most expensive and challenging salvage operations ever attempted. The Costa Concordia was one of the world's largest and most luxurious cruise ships ever built. So what happened? Why did the ship collide with a rock? Why wasn't there an immediate call to abandon ship? Exactly what went wrong and who was at fault will be up to the courts. This special takes a look at the reports, audio recordings, and personal accounts gathered thus far to help tell the story of that fateful night.