Universe

Season 12021

Professor Brian Cox journeys across the vastness of time and space revealing epic moments of sheer drama that changed the universe forever.

5 Episodes

    E01 The Sun: God Star

    Since the first star lit up the universe, they have been engines of creation. Professor Brian Cox reveals how, ultimately, stars brought life and meaning to the universe.

    October 27, 2021

    E02 Alien Worlds: The Search for Second Earth

    Professor Brian Cox questions whether we are alone in the universe. There might be more planets than stars in our galaxy - but will we find a second Earth?

    November 3, 2021

    E03 The Milky Way: Island of Light

    A space mission discovers the dramatic history of the Milky Way. Professor Brian Cox reveals how our galaxy endured multiple collisions as rival galaxies fought for survival.

    November 10, 2021

    E04 Black Holes: Heart of Darkness

    Prof Brian Cox journeys into a supermassive black hole - a monster that can destroy worlds, stop time, and is forcing us to reassess our understanding of reality.

    November 24, 2021

    E05 The Big Bang: Before the Dawn

    It’s the ultimate question: why are we here? Cutting-edge space missions take us back 13.8 billion years to the very beginning – the origin of the Universe.

    December 1, 2021