Bill Nye Saves the World 2017
- Status
- Canceled
- First Aired
- April 21, 2017
- Last Aired
- May 11, 2018
- Format
- 3 seasons · 25 eps
- Total Runtime
- ~12.5 hours (30 min/ep)
- Highest Rated Episode
- S1E3 "Machines Take Over the World" (★ 9/10)
- Network
- Netflix
- Where to Stream
- Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads
What is Bill Nye Saves the World?
Bill Nye Saves the World is an American television series that premiered in 2017 and concluded in 2018. Hosted and created by Bill Nye, the program is categorized as a reality, talk, and documentary series.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2017
- Status
- Canceled
- Episodes
- 25
- Runtime
- 30 minutes
- First aired
- Apr 21, 2017
- Last aired
- May 11, 2018
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- US
- Networks
- Netflix
- Genres
- Reality, Talk, Documentary
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 3.9/10 from 58 votes
- Format
- 3 seasons · 25 episodes
- Episode runtime
- ~30 minutes
- Status
- Canceled
- Network
- Netflix
Where to watch in United States
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Estimate the schedule using 25 episodes and an average 30-minute runtime.
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Overview
Bill Nye Saves the World is an American television series that premiered in 2017 and concluded in 2018. Hosted and created by Bill Nye, the program is categorized as a reality, talk, and documentary series. The show functions as both a sequel and a revival of Nye's previous work, Bill Nye the Science Guy. Throughout the series, Nye explores science and its multifaceted impact on politics, society, and pop culture. Each episode examines a specific topic from a scientific perspective, with the goal of dispelling myths and refuting anti-scientific claims that may be promoted by religious leaders, politicians, or titans of industry. In the studio, Nye brings together various experts and famous guests to his lab for discussions. The production is available as a streaming series on Netflix. As a television project, the show involves a variety of cast and crew members, including writers and directors, who contribute to the exploration of these scientific themes across its run.
Should you watch it?
“Bill Nye examines the intersection of scientific inquiry and its influence on modern society and politics.”
- Features expert insights and famous guests discussing complex topics.
- Provides a scientific perspective on current political and cultural issues.
- Focuses on dispelling myths and refuting anti-scientific claims.
- The focus on debating political and social controversies may not appeal to viewers seeking purely neutral scientific demonstrations.
Watch it if you are interested in how scientific principles apply to contemporary societal and political debates.
The show maintains an educational and conversational tone with a brisk, informative pace suitable for viewers interested in science and public discourse.
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Episode guide
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Season 1 · 13 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide & lore primer →- E1 Earth Is a Hot Mess Mytharc Apr 21, 2017
- E2 Tune Your Quack-o-Meter Core Apr 21, 2017
- E3 Machines Take Over the World Core Apr 21, 2017
- E4 More Food, Less Hype Core Apr 21, 2017
- E5 The Original Martian Invasion Core Apr 21, 2017
- E6 Do Some Shots, Save the World Core Apr 21, 2017
- E7 Cheat Codes for Reality Core Apr 21, 2017
- E8 This Diet Is Bananas Core Apr 21, 2017
- E9 The Sexual Spectrum Core Apr 21, 2017
- E10 Saving the World -- with Space! Core Apr 21, 2017
- E11 Malarkey! Core Apr 21, 2017
- E12 Designer Babies Mytharc Apr 21, 2017
- E13 Earth's People Problem Mytharc Apr 21, 2017
Frequently asked questions
Where can I stream this series?
Bill Nye Saves the World is available to stream on Netflix.
Is this show worth watching?
It is worth watching if you enjoy talk shows that prioritize scientific perspectives on current events and public policy.
How long does it take to binge the series?
The show ran from 2017 to 2018, and the total duration depends on the number of episodes released during that period.
Are there essential episodes to watch?
The series explores a wide variety of topics, so viewers should select episodes based on their specific interest in the scientific or social issues being discussed.
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