Trainwreck: Storm Area 51 has taken the internet by storm, proving that sometimes the most bizarre ideas become the most entertaining stories. This Netflix documentary series delves into one of the most hilarious and chaotic moments in recent pop culture: the Storm Area 51 movement.It all started with a Facebook event that promised to storm the infamous Area 51 base, a US military facility shrouded in conspiracy theories.The event was created by 20-year-old Matty Roberts, who never expected his joke to spiral into a global phenomenon. The Facebook post, titled "Storm Area 51, They Can't Stop All of Us," quickly went viral, attracting millions of people from across the world. What followed was a chaotic and humorous series of events that led to an unexpected turnout in the Nevada desert.Fans are finding Netflix's Trainwreck: Storm Area 51 documentary hilarious. As one fan commented on Reddit,“I’m just finding this series and I gotta say rewatching the Area 51 madness is making me howl! Like I’m loving how crazy people got into this.” Trainwreck Area 51 byu/Neat_Suit3684 innetflixThe show has left viewers laughing at the wild attempts to uncover extraterrestrial secrets, with each episode revealing even more absurd details about the movement. Reddit users have expressed their amusement at the series, with fans reacting positively to the absurdity and humor of the story. “The other trainwrecks are 5/10. They're fine. Woodstock is a 10/10 and Astroworld is a 7/10. I haven't watched this one yet, but it sounds like it’s good,” one Reddit user shared.“I am still annoyed left with no answer to the question of IF 1 million people legitimately did turn up to Area 51 fully intent on storming it, would the Government be able to stop that many?” another fan commented.Many fans find the documentary entertaining, but they also criticize some aspects of the production. “Some of them are terrible quality, others are decent or at least entertaining,” one Reddit user posted.A particularly amusing Reddit reaction came from a fan who remarked,“I have no clue why people trusted Matty to organize an event. Anyone without relevant experience, connections, or funds probably would've ended up in the same position.”This sentiment underscores the chaos that ensued from a poorly planned joke that went viral. “This could have been a 20 min YouTube video,” another viewer commented. While some might feel that the event didn’t live up to the expectations of a full-length documentary, others appreciate the bizarre spectacle and the humor that came with it.Also Read: "It seemed very rushed" — Trainwreck: P.I. Moms sparks brutal backlash as viewers call it a total trainwreckSome facts about Trainwreck: Storm Area 51The true story behind the viral “Storm Area 51” event is both humorous and unbelievable. It all began in June 2019 when Matty Roberts, a bored 20-year-old working at a vape kiosk, created a Facebook event.Initially intended as a joke, the post read, “Storm Area 51, They Can’t Stop All of Us.” What Roberts thought would be a funny way to pass the time turned into a worldwide sensation.Within days, the event garnered millions of RSVPs from people worldwide. Memes flooded social media, and the idea of storming the US military base went from a ridiculous joke to a viral phenomenon.Even celebrities like Miley Cyrus and Lizzo joined in on the fun, which only fueled the hype. Meanwhile, the US government, including the FBI and military, started taking the event seriously.As the date of the planned storming approached, Roberts realized the gravity of the situation. In Trainwreck: Storm Area 51, Roberts describes how the FBI visited his home, grilling him about his intentions. While he assured them it was all a joke, the authorities weren't so sure. Despite the warnings from the military, the event continued to grow in popularity.Read More: How a meme almost started a war - Trainwreck: Storm Area 51 incident that nearly went too farThe fallout and aftermath of the viral event View this post on Instagram Instagram PostDespite the viral hype, the actual event didn’t live up to the expectations. On September 20, 2019, the day the “storm” was supposed to happen, only a few hundred people showed up at the gates of Area 51.The event, which had promised millions, was far less dramatic than anticipated. People dressed as aliens, others tried the “Naruto run,” and some even took photos near the gates. But no one actually stormed the base.The military had spent a staggering $11 million on security measures, preparing for a much larger turnout and a possible attack. In Trainwreck: Storm Area 51, military personnel discuss the scale of the preparation, with one officer noting it was the largest defense of the base in its history.In the end, only a few minor incidents occurred, including one man being arrested with weapons, but no one was harmed.The event's official follow-up, Alienstock, was a small festival in the nearby town of Rachel, Nevada. A much larger event, the “Area 51 Celebration,” was held in Las Vegas. Though it wasn’t the explosive moment many had hoped for, the bizarre nature of the event captured the imagination of the public, leading to the Trainwreck: Storm Area 51 documentary.Also Read: Trainwreck: Storm Area 51 - A complete timeline of eventsTrainwreck: Storm Area 51 is currently streaming on Netflix.