The Moon 

The unique features of Earth's moon and the processes that shaped it are described. Past theories of the Moon's formation are also presented.

Director:

Tony Long

Writer:

Tony Long

Stars:

Erik Thompson, William Hartmann, Everett Gibson

Cast

Episode credited cast:
Erik Thompson	...	Self - Narrator (voice)
William Hartmann	...	Self - Planetary Science Center
Everett Gibson	...	Self - NASA / Johnson Space Center
Amanda Hendrix	...	Self - Jet Propulsion Laboratory
Dana Mackenzie	...	Self - Author, 'The Big Splat'
Robin Canup	...	Self - University of Colorado
Gary Lofgren	...	Self - NASA / Johnson Space Center
Rest of cast listed alphabetically:
Edward Roche	...	Self - French Astronomer, Collective Theory (archive footage)

Storyline

The moon has comforted man for thousands of years. It's been everything from a god to a compass, and the only cosmic body human beings have ever visited. NASA is planning to build a permanent outpost there. Discover how the moon came to be--if you don't already know, you will be astounded.

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Genres:

Documentary | History

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Certificate:

TV-14

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Details

Release Date:

26 June 2007 (USA)

Company Credits

Production Co:

Flight 33 Productions

Technical Specs

Runtime:

44 min