Newton's Apple 1983
What is Newton's Apple?
Newton's Apple is a television series first released in 1983. Catalogued under Documentary, Family.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1983
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 195
- Runtime
- 30 minutes
- First aired
- Oct 15, 1983
- Networks
- PBS
- Genres
- Documentary, Family
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 7.8/10
- Format
- 15 seasons · 195 episodes
- Episode runtime
- ~30 minutes
- Status
- Ended
- Network
- PBS
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Newton's Apple is a television series first released in 1983. Catalogued under Documentary, Family. Produced and broadcast by PBS. Current status: Ended. Spans 15 seasons and 195 tracked episodes.
Should you watch it?
“A PBS series that makes physics fun for curious minds.”
- Clear explanations of scientific concepts
- Engaging real‑world demonstrations
- Memorable Kraftwerk theme music
- Production style reflects its 1980s origins
- Some episodes may feel dated to modern viewers
Watch it if you enjoy learning science through simple, everyday demonstrations.
Suitable for all ages with a family‑friendly educational tone.
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What is the premise of Newton's Apple?
Newton's Apple is an American educational television program that explores scientific ideas using everyday examples, inspired by the story of Isaac Newton and the falling apple.
When did the series originally air?
The series premiered on October 15, 1983 and continued until early 1998, with reruns lasting into the late 1990s.
Who produced the series?
It was produced and developed by KTCA of Minneapolis–Saint Paul and by Twin Cities Public Television.
What music is featured in the show?
The theme song was Kraftwerk's "Ruckzuck," later remixed by Absolute Music.
Where was the series broadcast?
Newton's Apple was distributed to PBS stations throughout the United States.
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