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Universe

Season 1 · 5 episodes · Oct 27, 2021

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    Episode 1

    The Sun: God Star

    Oct 27, 2021

    Since the first star lit up the universe, they have been engines of creation. Professor Brian Cox reveals how, ultimately, stars brought life and meaning to the universe.

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    Episode 2

    Alien Worlds: The Search for Second Earth

    Nov 3, 2021

    Professor Brian Cox questions whether we are alone in the universe. There might be more planets than stars in our galaxy - but will we find a second Earth?

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    Episode 3

    The Milky Way: Island of Light

    Nov 10, 2021

    A space mission discovers the dramatic history of the Milky Way. Professor Brian Cox reveals how our galaxy endured multiple collisions as rival galaxies fought for survival.

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    Episode 4

    Black Holes: Heart of Darkness

    Nov 24, 2021

    Prof Brian Cox journeys into a supermassive black hole - a monster that can destroy worlds, stop time, and is forcing us to reassess our understanding of reality.

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    Episode 5

    The Big Bang: Before the Dawn

    Dec 1, 2021

    It’s the ultimate question: why are we here? Cutting-edge space missions take us back 13.8 billion years to the very beginning – the origin of the Universe.