Science documentaries
The Jennings vs Alzheimer's
The Jennings are the first family in the world to be diagnosed with hereditary, early onset Alzheimer’s. Caused by a mutant gene, it’s a discovery which many scientists think will be the key to finally unlocking a cure. But, as this fascinating science documentary shows, the discovery also revealed a devastating truth for the family. The hereditary gene is being passed through each generation.
Secrets of Our Universe with Tim Peake
Author, Army officer, and European Space Agency astronaut Tim Peake takes us on an incredible journey through the universe. In this fascinating science documentary, Tim travels the world while exploring the secrets of the Solar System’s origins, discovering how stars are formed and how they die, delving into the mysteries of the black hole and sharing how to survive when living in space.
Ancient Earth
How did Earth transform from a barren rock with no atmosphere into a lush, green, watery planet filled with life? From massive asteroid bombardments to extreme changes in climate and collisions of whole continents, this thrilling documentary takes viewers on a journey through our planet’s most astonishing ancient history, beginning with its early years as a volcanic hellscape to the rise of humans.
Seven Days on Mars
Professor Brian Cox fulfils a childhood dream by going behind the scenes at Nasa’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory. This is mission control for Mars 2020, one of the most ambitious projects ever launched that may reveal if life existed on the red planet. With unique, privileged access, Brian watches the rover, Perseverance, travel the surface of Mars in real time, seeking out signs of alien existence
Super Cute Animals
A sneezing panda bear and hand-holding otters were internet sensations. People are obsessed with cute animals. But nothing in nature happens by accident. Animals are cute for a whole variety of different reasons and wildlife cameraman Gordon Buchanan investigates why certain animals are cute in certain ways and reveals the scientific stories behind the adorability some creatures.