S5·E4 One Small Step
Synopsis
Part one of a two-part series on the subject of man in space, NOVA examines the history of NASA—from the origin of the space race through the triumph of the Apollo programs. By tracing the history of three key programs—Mercury, Gemini, Apollo—we show how the basic challenges surrounding space flight were answered: rendezvous and docking, life support, weightlessness, space sickness, equipment reliability and so on.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did Season 5 Episode 4 of NOVA air?
Season 5, Episode 4 ('One Small Step') originally aired on January 25, 1978.
How long is Season 5 Episode 4 ('One Small Step')?
The episode follows the standard broadcast runtime for NOVA.
What happens in NOVA Season 5 Episode 4?
Part one of a two-part series on the subject of man in space, NOVA examines the history of NASA—from the origin of the space race through the triumph of the Apollo programs. By tracing the history of three key programs—Mercury, Gemini, Apollo—we show how the basic challenges surrounding space flight...