Nova (1974– )

A weekly documentary series, each episode providing an in-depth look at a different subject of scientific research. Subjects examined by this show have included the cutting edge of ... See full summary »

Stars:

Jay O. Sanders, Neil Ross, Lance Lewman

Won 1 Primetime Emmy. Another 8 wins & 23 nominations.

Cast

Series cast summary:
Jay O. Sanders	...	Himself - Narrator (30 episodes, 2007-2013)
Neil Ross	...	Narrator (22 episodes, 2002-2008)
Lance Lewman	...	Himself - Narrator (20 episodes, 2004-2012)
Liev Schreiber	...	Himself - Narrator (16 episodes, 1999-2009)
Stacy Keach	...	Narrator (13 episodes, 1994-2006)

Storyline

A weekly documentary series, each episode providing an in-depth look at a different subject of scientific research. Subjects examined by this show have included the cutting edge of theoretical physics, a return to the Chernobyl nuclear reactor, the long-term effects of Amazon deforestation, and the development of life-saving medical techniques.

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Plot Keywords:

science | scene during end credits | space | scientist | one word title

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Genres:

Documentary | Biography

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Details

Official Sites:

PBS

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

3 March 1974 (USA)

Also Known As:

Aux origines de l'humanité

Filming Locations:

Aceh, Indonesia

Company Credits

Production Co:

WGBH

Technical Specs

Color:

Color

Did You Know?

Connections

Referenced in Bones: The Patriot in Purgatory (2012)

User Reviews

The best PBS series ever

This has been a long-standing PBS series that is the gold standard for documentary series.

I remember watching as a child with fascination one episode about the Voyager spacecraft, and another about whales.

Long may she live!