Wonders of the Solar System 

In this spellbinding series Professor Brian Cox visits the most extreme locations on Earth to explain how the laws of physics carved natural wonders across the solar system.

Stars:

Brian Cox, Don Giuliano, Alan Hildebrand

1 win & 4 nominations.

Cast

Series cast summary:
Brian Cox	...	Self - Presenter 5 episodes, 2010

Storyline

In this spellbinding series Professor Brian Cox visits the most extreme locations on Earth to explain how the laws of physics carved natural wonders across the solar system.

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Plot Keywords:

earth | solar system | tv mini series | outer space | five word title | 

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Genres:

Documentary

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Certificate:

TV-PG

Did You Know?

Connections

Featured in Symphony of Science: The Case for Mars (2010)

User Reviews

Encourages deeper thinking

Many reviewers I believe are entirely missing the point of this documentary series, people complain about the lack of complexity and detail. It is very clear that Brian has an immense passion for what he is talking about and wishes to share that passion, to show those who had no prior interest in science what it is all about.

If you are looking for an array of fun little facts about the solar system then this isn't for you, I can recommend "The Universe" documentary series for that. If you are already a fan of science and enjoy watching other similar documentaries then chances are you won't learn a great deal, but again that isn't the point.

Brian is trying to show that there is more to science than learning facts and is attempting to illustrate the wonderous side of science. Many it seems are utterly unable to handle anything that isn't loaded with CGI and facts. But for those who can enjoy a humble and passionate series presented by a humble and passionate presenter, I would recommend this series to.

Granted Brian Cox is no Carl Sagan and this series is no 'Cosmos' it can definitely do what it sets out to do which is to inspire those capable of holding a child-like sense of wonder and a passion for deeper thinking.

This series will encourage the curious minds to think deeper about things and won't attempt to overload you by repeatedly shouting interesting space facts at you.

Details

Official Sites:

Official BBC site

Country:

UK

Language:

English

Release Date:

4 August 2010 (USA)

Also Known As:

Wonders of the Solar System

Company Credits

Production Co:

British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC), Science Channel

Technical Specs

Runtime:

60 min (5 parts)

Sound Mix:

Dolby Digital

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

16:9 HD