Every Singaporean Son
Every Singaporean Son is a 2010 Singaporean documentary serving as an educational tool for pre-enlistees during Basic Military Training (BMT). Filmed mainly at Pulau Tekong, the 18-episode series premiered on YouTube on 7 July 2010, releasing Tuesdays with 6–8 minute clips. National Geographic Channel later aired a six-part version starting 8 March 2011. In August 2011, it expanded into a six-part series, Every Singaporean Son – Epilogue. Nominated for "Best Cross-Platform Content" at the 16th Asian Television Awards in 2011, it lost to 'The CJ Show'. Season 2, Every Singaporean Son II - The Making of an Officer, premiered on 16 August 2012, airing Thursdays across 20 episodes focused on Officer Cadet School (OCS) training. Season 3, Every Singaporean Son - Specialist Cadets, highlighted Specialist Cadet School (SCS) training. In 2026, Season 4 returns, offering a modern look at the next generation of commanders undergoing SCS training.
6 episodes
- 1. My BuddyThis is where it all starts. From Pasir Ris to Tekong, we follow the recruits as they begin their National Service journey. Amidst the busy-ness of this first day, we see how the recruits quickly adapt to life in the military, most crucially by making friends of strangers.PG13CC5minJul 8, 2010
- 2. Where I StandYou won't really know where you stand until you measure yourself against a common benchmark - the Individual Physical Proficiency Test (IPPT). Watch former school sportsmen Danial and Dudley, and your average guy Qingwei put themselves to the test.PG13CC6minJul 13, 2010
- 3. StripBefore a recruit is allowed to shoot, he must learn how to handle a rifle. Through the eyes of recruits Douglas and Syabil, we discover that there is nothing routine about the "courtship" when taking the Singapore Assault Rifle 21 as your "wife".PG13CC6minJul 20, 2010
- 4. R & R - Run & RehabIt's no secret that there is a lot of physical training, especially running, in BMT. But just when Daryl, Dewei and Danial think that they have had too much of it, they go running again - this time in the swimming pool!PG13CC5minJul 27, 2010
- 5. How Far?It's the first time the recruits have to carry all their personal combat gear in a route march. On Guoquan's shoulders rest not just the weight of his fullpack but the responsibility of lifting the morale of his mates with his singing. On the sidelines, Shawn watches his section soldier on as he is restricted to light duties for a month. He misses out on the camaraderie, but does what he can to help them along their journey.PG13CC7minAug 3, 2010
- 6. SharpshooterShooting. What's BMT without it? Nabil and Daryl are both stressed about shooting, but for very different reasons. Join them as they deal with their emotions of pulling the trigger.PG13CC6minAug 10, 2010
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Every Singaporean Son
Every Singaporean Son is a 2010 Singaporean documentary serving as an educational tool for pre-enlistees during Basic Military Training (BMT). Filmed mainly at Pulau Tekong, the 18-episode series premiered on YouTube on 7 July 2010, releasing Tuesdays with 6–8 minute clips. National Geographic Channel later aired a six-part version starting 8 March 2011. In August 2011, it expanded into a six-part series, Every Singaporean Son – Epilogue. Nominated for "Best Cross-Platform Content" at the 16th Asian Television Awards in 2011, it lost to 'The CJ Show'. Season 2, Every Singaporean Son II - The Making of an Officer, premiered on 16 August 2012, airing Thursdays across 20 episodes focused on Officer Cadet School (OCS) training. Season 3, Every Singaporean Son - Specialist Cadets, highlighted Specialist Cadet School (SCS) training. In 2026, Season 4 returns, offering a modern look at the next generation of commanders undergoing SCS training.
Creators and cast
- Studio
- So Drama! Entertainment
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Audio languages
English
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