The Planets
Professor Brian Cox explores the dramatic stories behind the eight majestic planets that make up our solar system. The series takes viewers on a journey through these fascinating worlds and what makes each one unique.
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Season 1
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A Moment in the Sun - The Terrestrial Planets
The rocky planets Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars were born at the same time from the same material - yet have lived radically different lives. What immense forces are at play?
May 28, 2019 · 59m -
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The Two Sisters - Earth & Mars
Professor Brian Cox continues his tour of the solar system revealing that it was once home to not one, but two blue planets.
Jun 4, 2019 · 59m -
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The Godfather: Jupiter
Brian Cox continues his exploration of the solar system with a visit to a planet that dwarfs all the others: Jupiter. Its size gives it a great power that it has used to manipulate the other planets.
Jun 11, 2019 · 59m -
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Life Beyond the Sun: Saturn
Professor Brian Cox reveals the history of Saturn. Saturn began life as a strange planet of rock and ice and in time transformed into a gas giant, ring-less and similar looking to its rival, Jupiter.
Jun 18, 2019 · 59m -
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Into the Darkness: Ice Worlds
In the final episode, Professor Brian Cox journeys to the remotest part of the solar system, a place that the most mysterious planets call home.
Jun 25, 2019 · 59m