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The Man Will Burn (2026)

S1E1 The Great Unknown

Jul 09, 2026 Season 1 Episode 1 Documentary

In the 1980s, Larry Harvey launched Burning Man as a small, anti-establishment gathering in San Francisco, but it has since exploded into a multimillion-dollar phenomenon, drawing thousands and gaining financial support from billionaire tech moguls. First-time "Burners" eagerly anticipate the adventure, while seasoned participants and organizers brace for chaos, knowing anything can happen. Now, the looming threat of COVID-19 casts uncertainty over the event, testing its resilience.