S5·E9 The Case of the Ancient Astronauts
- Episode
- Season 5, Episode 9
- Air Date
- March 8, 1978
- Runtime
- 55 minutes
- Story Type
- Core Character Arc
Synopsis
NOVA investigates the theories of von Daniken and others that the Earth has been visited by intelligent beings from outer space. Among claims examined are: that the building techniques used in the Great Pyramid of Cheops are so advanced that only an extraterrestrial intelligence could have built it; and that the engraved stones of Palenque in Mexico depict an ancient astronaut at the controls of a space rocket.
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When did Season 5 Episode 9 of NOVA air?
Season 5, Episode 9 ('The Case of the Ancient Astronauts') originally aired on March 8, 1978.
How long is Season 5 Episode 9 ('The Case of the Ancient Astronauts')?
The runtime for this episode is approximately 55 minutes.
What happens in NOVA Season 5 Episode 9?
NOVA investigates the theories of von Daniken and others that the Earth has been visited by intelligent beings from outer space. Among claims examined are: that the building techniques used in the Great Pyramid of Cheops are so advanced that only an extraterrestrial intelligence could have built it;...
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