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In 2009, Moto Entertainment (Moto TV) was launched to bring military entertrainment to the military community. Our Moto page offers an exclusive collection of boot camp video clips from Black Friday: Dark Dawn, an unparalleled look into the 13 weeks of intense training that transforms civilians into United States Marines.
No matter which branch of service you’re considering, this inside perspective offers a unique glimpse into the grit and determination required to join the Marine Corps and succeed in any branch of the military. Each clip showcases the relentless spirit and discipline that defines the journey to becoming a Marine, offering lessons and inspiration applicable to all who serve.
Whether you’re seeking motivation, a reminder of your own service, or just an in-depth look at military training, these videos are sure to inspire and empower you. If these clips resonate with you, you can stream the full series on demand. Immerse yourself in the world of Black Friday: Dark Dawn and experience the powerful moments that shape our future Marines.
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Black Friday: Dark Dawn Series Overview
Black Friday: Dark Dawn (Official Trailer)
SSgt Nichols and his team introduce you to the beginning of every recruit’s journey—Receiving. In Episode Zero, raw recruits step off the bus and onto the iconic yellow footprints, where the process of transformation begins. Witness the first harrowing moments as SSgt Nichols and his team oversee the transition from civilian to recruit, with intense mental and physical challenges. This episode sets the tone for the entire series, revealing how recruits are stripped of their old identities and prepped for the toughest days ahead. Are you ready for the intensity of Black Friday?
Black Friday: Dark Dawn 1
With Receiving behind them, recruits now face the heart of Phase One under the watchful eyes of SSgt Nichols and his team. In Episode One, watch as recruits meet their Drill Instructors, experience their first formation marches, and adapt to the strict rules of boot camp life. Every mistake comes with a price, and SSgt Nichols and his team ensures no recruit escapes the brutal “incentive training” designed to push them to their limits. This episode offers a deeper dive into the foundation of military training, led by SSgt Nichols, inspiring viewers to continue the journey alongside the recruits.
Black Friday: Dark Dawn 2 - Teaser Trailer
In Episode Two, SSgt Nichols and his team raise the stakes as recruits tackle their first physical challenges in the Obstacle Course, rope climbing, and outdoor physical training. From martial arts to timed runs, recruits must now prove they can keep up—or face the consequences. SSgt Nichols shows what happens when a recruit stumbles and how the platoon must unite to overcome every obstacle. The physical demands are fierce, but it’s the mental endurance that’s truly tested. Can they rise to SSgt Nichols’ high expectations and continue their journey?
Black Friday: Dark Dawn 3 - Teaser Trailer
SSgt Nichols now prepares his recruits for combat. In Episode Three, fighting takes center stage as recruits undergo hand-to-hand combat, Pugil Stick fights, and intense martial arts training. Under SSgt Nichols’ supervision, the platoon learns the warrior ethos that will shape their future careers. With new challenges around every corner, the recruits must prove their strength and skill in combat scenarios. Will they earn the right to advance, or will the pressure break them? Every step forward in this episode brings them closer to becoming battle-ready.
Black Friday: Dark Dawn 4 Montage
The training moves beyond the base as SSgt Nichols leads his recruits into the demanding world of Field Training. In Episode Four, recruits face new trials in Pool Week, the Rifle Range, and the Gas Chamber—each test pushing them to their breaking points. Under SSgt Nichols’ sharp leadership, they must adapt to these unfamiliar environments and prove they can thrive outside the structured walls of boot camp. It’s a grueling test of adaptability and teamwork, and SSgt Nichols is there to see if they can rise to the challenge.
Black Friday: Dark Dawn 5
The final test has arrived, and SSgt Nichols is there to oversee it all. Episode Five delivers the ultimate challenge—the Crucible. Overcoming long hikes, Rifle Drills, and the terrifying Tower Rappel, recruits face the culmination of everything they’ve learned. Under SSgt Nichols’ intense scrutiny, the recruits push through their final days of boot camp, giving everything they have left. Only the strongest will survive this ultimate test and return to base to graduate. Who will succeed, and who will fall short? SSgt Nichols will guide you through this epic conclusion.
