The Universe 2007
What is The Universe?
The Universe is a documentary television series that premiered in 2007 and continued through 2015. Presented as a TV‑PG program, the series examines astronomical subjects ranging from the planets of our solar system to distant stars and the farthest reaches of space.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2007
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 88
- Runtime
- 45 minutes
- First aired
- May 29, 2007
- Last aired
- May 23, 2015
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- US
- Networks
- History, H2
- Genres
- Documentary
- Updated
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The Universe is a documentary television series that premiered in 2007 and continued through 2015. Presented as a TV‑PG program, the series examines astronomical subjects ranging from the planets of our solar system to distant stars and the farthest reaches of space. Its narrative frames scientific inquiry alongside historical perspectives, describing the exploration of the cosmos as both a wondrous and potentially perilous journey through space and time. Each episode combines expert commentary, visual effects, and archival material to illustrate how humanity’s understanding of the universe has evolved. The program’s scope includes the physical characteristics of celestial bodies, the development of astronomical theories, and the technological advances that enable observation of the unknown. By juxtaposing historical milestones with contemporary scientific findings, the
Should you watch it?
“Explore the cosmos through stunning visuals and expert insights.”
- Stunning space visuals and animations
- Expert commentary from scientists
- Broad range of astronomical topics covered
- Some concepts may be complex for casual viewers
- Limited character development since it's educational
Watch it if you're curious about space and want accessible science programming.
Suitable for general audiences with a focus on educational content.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 14 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Secrets of the Sun May 29, 2007
- E2 Mars: The Red Planet Jun 5, 2007
- E3 The End of the Earth: Deep Space Threats to our Planet Jun 12, 2007
- E4 Jupiter: The Giant Planet Jun 19, 2007
- E5 The Moon Jun 26, 2007
- E6 Spaceship Earth Jul 10, 2007
- E7 The Inner Planets: Mercury & Venus Jul 17, 2007
- E8 Saturn: Lord of the Rings Jul 24, 2007
- E9 Alien Galaxies Jul 31, 2007
- E10 Life and Death of a Star Aug 7, 2007
- E11 The Outer Planets Aug 14, 2007
- E12 The Most Dangerous Place in the Universe Aug 21, 2007
- E13 Search for ET Aug 28, 2007
- E14 Beyond the Big Bang Sep 4, 2007
Season 2 · 18 episodes
- E1 Alien Planets Nov 27, 2007
- E2 Cosmic Holes Dec 4, 2007
- E3 Mysteries of the Moon Dec 11, 2007
- E4 The Milky Way Dec 18, 2007
- E5 Alien Moons Jan 8, 2008
- E6 Dark Matter Jan 15, 2008
- E7 Astrobiology Jan 29, 2008
- E8 Space Travel Feb 5, 2008
- E9 Supernovas Feb 12, 2008
- E10 Constellations Feb 19, 2008
- E11 Unexplained Mysteries Feb 26, 2008
- E12 Cosmic Collisions Mar 4, 2008
- E13 Colonizing Space Mar 11, 2008
- E14 Nebulas Apr 1, 2008
- E15 Wildest Weather in the Cosmos Apr 8, 2008
- E16 Biggest Things in Space Apr 15, 2008
- E17 Gravity Apr 22, 2008
- E18 Cosmic Apocalypse Apr 29, 2008
Season 3 · 12 episodes
- E1 Deep Space Disasters Nov 11, 2008
- E2 Parallel Universes Nov 18, 2008
- E3 Light Speed Nov 25, 2008
- E4 Sex in Space Dec 2, 2008
- E5 Alien Faces Dec 9, 2008
- E6 Deadly Comets and Meteors Dec 16, 2008
- E7 Living in Space Dec 23, 2008
- E8 Stopping Armageddon Jan 6, 2009
- E9 Another Earth Jan 13, 2009
- E10 Strangest Things Jan 27, 2009
- E11 Edge of Space Feb 3, 2009
- E12 Cosmic Phenomena Feb 3, 2009
Season 4 · 12 episodes
- E1 Death Stars Aug 18, 2009
- E2 The Day the Moon Was Gone Aug 25, 2009
- E3 It Fell From Space Sep 1, 2009
- E4 Biggest Blasts Sep 8, 2009
- E5 The Hunt for Ringed Planets Sep 15, 2009
- E6 10 Ways to Destroy the Earth Sep 22, 2009
- E7 The Search for Cosmic Clusters Sep 29, 2009
- E8 Space Wars Oct 6, 2009
- E9 Liquid Universe Oct 20, 2009
- E10 Pulsars & Quasars Oct 27, 2009
- E11 Science Fiction, Science Fact Nov 3, 2009
- E12 Extreme Energy Nov 10, 2009
Season 5 · 8 episodes
- E1 7 Wonders of the Solar System Jul 29, 2010
- E2 Mars: The New Evidence Aug 5, 2010
- E3 Magnetic Storm Aug 12, 2010
- E4 Time Travel Aug 19, 2010
- E5 Secrets of the Space Probes Aug 26, 2010
- E6 Asteroid Attack Sep 2, 2010
- E7 Total Eclipse Sep 16, 2010
- E8 Dark Future of the Sun Sep 23, 2010
Frequently asked questions
Is this series appropriate for children?
Yes, though younger viewers may need guidance with complex scientific concepts.
Does it include interviews with real scientists?
Yes, the series features commentary from various scientific experts.
How many episodes are there in total?
The series spans multiple seasons with numerous episodes.
Is it more educational or entertainment-focused?
It's primarily educational with entertaining presentation methods.
Does it cover recent space discoveries?
It covers a range of space topics including contemporary findings.