Documentary series tracing mankind's exploration of our solar system.
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In each episode, geologist Dr. Iain Stewart explains the effects and importance of a specific force of nature, such as wind or volcanism. He also examines the various ways in which it shapes planet earth itself and influences life on it, often in conjunction with other natural forces, and sometimes with lifeforms, as in the 'apocalyptically' grave case of global warming.
Carl Sagan covers a wide range of scientific subjects, including the origin of life and a perspective of our place in the universe.
The series uses stunning interactive CGI to reveal step-by-step how a world is put together. With a little help from the world's top scientists and engineers, Hammond will build the Earth and Solar System piece by piece.
From the planets to the stars and out to the edge of the unknown, history and science collide in a wondrous yet deadly adventure through space and time.
In this spellbinding series, Professor Brian Cox visits the most extreme locations on Earth to explain how the laws of physics carved natural wonders across the solar system.
Witness the remarkable story of our universe over billions of years and its inextricable link to life on Earth in this sweeping documentary series.
In 2003, Space Shuttle Columbia breaks apart in the skies above America. The astronauts’ families and Nasa staff share personal stories of the launch, unfolding disaster and fallout.
A six-part docuseries with fly on the wall access into the wider world of NASA, with cameras on Earth and in space. NASA astronaut Captain Chris Cassidy is on a quest to get back in his spacesuit for one last mission. This series follows Chris and the wider team who take on missions that risk life, limb and reputation for the greater good of humankind. Join them as their missions unfold.
The ultimate guide to the Solar System, told by the dedicated people who sent spacecraft to explore the sun, the planets and much more.
The human story of space exploration using unique, unexpected archive, present-day footage and first-hand testimony from around the world. This series will connect the past with the present and examine what the consequences are for the future of humankind as we once again head into space.
A television documentary series, hosted by Piero Angela and Alberto Angela in 1998, dedicated to the exploration of the Universe
Imagine crashing through the acid storms of Venus, taking a space walk in the magnificent rings of Saturn, or collecting samples on the disintegrating surface of an unstable comet. Seen through the eyes of five astronauts on a six-year mission to the new frontiers that make up our solar system, it reveals the spectacle - and the dangers - they face when landing on and exploring the exotic worlds of our neighbouring planets.
Viewers are taken on a breathtaking journey through the planets in our solar system. In each episode, see stunning images of each planet including highly detailed images captured by today’s ultra high-tech telescopes. Advanced animation takes you up close and personal with these distant worlds, as we plunge through space to get a better look at the neighbors.
The story of the discovery and exploration of the planets, revealing the deepest secrets of our neighbors in space.
Engineers, officials and the crew members' families provide their perspective on the 1986 Space Shuttle Challenger disaster and its aftermath.
This remarkable science-history series investigates the blistering pace of human endeavour in space exploration, computing, energy, resources, Earth science and our understanding of the evolution of life itself.
Ever wanted to journey into space? Wondered about the Milky Way or if aliens really exist? Then get Spaced Out! Learn about our universe through imagery taken from the Hubble Space Telescope, and see how it inspires our world and culture.
The inside stories of how the unknown engineers of NASA created such superior machines as the Saturn V moon rocket, the Space Shuttle, and the Hubble Space Telescope, often against incredible odds.
Ancients Behaving Badly is a British and Canadian produced documentary series that aired from November to December 2009 on the Canadian The History Channel and the American counterpart. The show focuses on the misdeeds of famous historical figures using forensic investigation, animated sequences, and historian interviews. Although events are depicted in a serious manner, the series has an occasionally tongue-in-cheek narrative style.
Michael Portillo examines the role of the railways in World War I and travels through Britain and Europe uncovering stories from the Great War.
One of the most ambitious and exciting theories ever proposed—one that may be the long-sought "theory of everything," which eluded even Einstein—gets a masterful, lavishly computer-animated explanation from bestselling author-physicist Brian Greene, when NOVA presents the nuts, bolts, and sometimes outright nuttiness of string theory.
David Attenborough examines the ways in which animals and plants adapt to their surroundings.
While on a mission, three astronauts in their spaceship get caught in a time vortex. They return to Earth in the year 3979 A.D. and discover that intelligent apes are now the highest form of life.
A new Science Channel series explores the suspicious deaths of scientific geniuses to determine if their demises were unfortunate coincidences or if these gifted minds were murdered for knowing too much.
Mekhin is a immortal spirit who's been asleep for a long time. He was awaken by a spell, and is now back for his revenge and love from the past. The only thing that can stop him is Kaew Khon Lek, a stone which can destroy spirits.
This brand-new and exclusive series takes a closer look at some of the world's most talked-about assassinations and near misses. Always a fascinating and macabre subject, assassinations can damage a nation's confidence, create wars and shock the world. Throughout this series some of the 20th century's most outrageous attempts can, thanks to rare archive footage and reconstructions, be seen first hand and viewers are brought closer to the events than ever before. From the assassinations of John F Kennedy and Mahatma Ghandi, to attacks on royalty, politicians and media celebrities, this series uncovers the real reasons behind these events and how they unfolded.
A broke novelist ghostwrites erotica to survive—but when a dying legend makes a twisted demand, he and his editor must face what they’ll sacrifice.
Heng's dull love life turns chaotic as his boss Kongdech, roommate Mo, and childhood friend Chicha confess their love, leaving him in a whirlwind of emotions.
Oceanographer Jacques-Yves Cousteau and the Calypso set sail to research far-off cultures and species of aquatic fauna and flora in another of the explorer's nature series, mainly in the Pacific Ocean and in the West Indies.
Mo Yan is a quick-thinking, sharp-witted young aspiring thief, who wants to become the top robber in the field. But when a senior male associate is caught and imprisoned at a powerful court in Kaifeng, where Prince Ning Jin reigns. She decides to infiltrate the court to rescue the associate. But the Kaifeng court’s guardians are a formidable force, and their most outstanding star is the man known as the “Royal Cat” – Zhan Zhao. With impeccable chivalry and outstanding fighting skills, his reputation is second to none.
A landmark docu-series exploring watershed moments for law enforcement and the Black community at the crossroads between life and death. Each episode offers an in-depth, comprehensive look into disturbing cases of officer-involved deaths.
As China’s first aircraft carrier begins sea trials, elite pilots Xie Zhenyu and Yu Tao, under the guidance of veteran commander Qin Dadi, form the nation’s first carrier-based test flight team. Facing the global challenge of carrier takeoffs and landings, they combine scientific precision with courage and determination, embodying “the spirit of sea and air eagle” as they lead China’s jets to dominate the skies.
Porsche is in danger of having his school club for taking care of stray cats and dogs shut down, by the school's Dean. So Porsche and his best friend, Pik, try to recruit Emma and her best friend, Rome. This is because Emma's uncle is the Dean. The catch--Emma loves cats but is terribly afraid of dogs. Will this be the end of Porsche's dog and cat club or the start of a beautiful friendship between everyone? Or maybe even more?
Hard Times is a four-part British television drama miniseries based on Charles Dickens' 1854 novel of the same name, a survey of English society and a satirisation of 19th century social and economic conditions. Wealthy, retired Coketown merchant Thomas Gradgrind devotes his life to a philosophy of rationalism, self-interest, and fact. He raises his eldest children, Louisa and Tom, according to this philosophy and never allows them to engage in fanciful or imaginative pursuits.
A fable with people and furrys about the creative industry and the commercial arts.
