Science documentaries
Wonders of the Moon with Dara O'Briain
Since the beginning of time, humans have looked upon the moon with awe and astonishment. It has fueled the creative imagination and inspired untold myths and stories. Comedian, writer, amateur astronomer and space fan Dara Ó Briain explores all aspects of the moon and looks at the impact it’s had on the human race. He investigates how the moon shapes just about everything around us.
Colour: Spectrum of Science
We live in a world ablaze with color. Rainbows and rainforests, oceans and humanity, Earth is the most colorful place we know of. But the colors we see are far more complex and fascinating than they appear. Physicist Dr Helen Czerski uncovers what color is, how it works, and how it has written the story of our planet. Colors transformed a dull ball of rock into a vivid, unique jewel.
First Contact: An Alien Encounter
Many leading scientists believe there’s a genuine possibility that the first evidence of extra-terrestrial life may so on be detected. This intriguing mix of cutting-edge science documentary and drama offers up an exploration of what might happen if an alien object was detected traveling through the solar system towards us. How would the planet and its leaders respond?
Spectacular Earth
Get closer than ever before to some of the world’s most stunning phenomena and discover the extraordinary forces that coincide to make each mesmerizing spectacle happen. This astonishing natural history documentary looks at the science and spectacle behind, lightning, megawaves, volcanoes and auroras to discover what causes them and the devastating damage they can inflict.
The Secret Genius of Modern Life
Some of the most familiar, useful technology that has transformed modern life has a fascinating, baffling backstory. In this jaw-dropping documentary, mathematician Hannah Fry reveals the miraculous components that create current tech. Bank cards have a sinister origin, a Hollywood star was involved in future virtual assistant development and waffles helped to improve the soles of your sneakers!