Danger by Design follows the death-defying adventures of Nik Wallenda, a 7th generation daredevil. With the help of his family, Nik uses science to cheat fate and put his life at risk on a weekly basis, attempting stunts around the globe.
EPISODE 1
Nik Wallenda Beyond Niagara: The Bahamas
Nik Wallenda, attempts to break two world records at Atlantis Resort, Paradise Island, the highest and the longest wire walks of his career. The boiling heat of the Bahamas proves to be too much for one member of the family, and Nik faces a hard choice.
EPISODE 5
Nik Wallenda Beyond Niagara: Zip Line, Ferris Wheel Walk
Nik attempts a stunt in which he lights himself on fire before descending 100 feet down a zip line, where he must fall 30 feet into a 3-feet deep pool.
EPISODE 6
Nik Wallenda Beyond Niagara: Helicopter Hang
Nik and team travel to Branson, Missouri where he attempts a stunt in which he hangs down from a high-flying helicopter using only his mouth and a specially-fitted prosthetic. Midair acrobatics, a first for Nik, put the family on edge.
Nik Wallenda