"1,000 pounds of dynamite. A $3 million ransom. One casino at the edge of disaster."

This Is a Bomb: The Nevada Casino Heist

Name: This Is a Bomb: The Nevada Casino Heist
Genre: Documentary, Crime, Drama
Released: 2026-05-05
Rating: 4
Cast: Igor Grbesic, Ethan Riley, Ian S. Peterson, Michael Solarez, Jennylyn Caterina

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DocumentaryCrimeDrama

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In 1980, a booby-trapped bomb accompanied by a $3 million ransom note terrorises a casino in Nevada. As the FBI races against the clock, each step uncovers dark secrets and unexpected motives.

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StatusReturning Series

First AiredMay 5, 2026

Last AiredMay 18, 2026

Episode Runtime41dk

Seasons1

Episodes3

TypeMiniseries

Origin CountryUnited States

Original LanguageEnglish

Spoken LanguagesEnglish

Keywords

gambling nevada ransom obsession fbi dysfunctional family terrorism criminal mastermind hostage situation true crime bomb threat 1980s manhunt money heist suspenseful

Production Companies

West Buttermilk

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Last Episode

S1 E3 • 5/18/2026

The Manhunt

When the bomb detonates inside Harvey’s Wagon Wheel Casino, it leaves behind more than shattered concrete and twisted steel: a maze of unanswered questions.