Seasons & episodes

S1 · E1The Sun: God Star 2021-10-27 · 45 min＋

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.

S1 · E2Alien Worlds: The Search for Second Earth 2021-11-03 · 48 min＋

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?

S1 · E3The Milky Way: Island of Light 2021-11-10 · 46 min＋

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.

S1 · E4Black Holes: Heart of Darkness 2021-11-24 · 47 min＋

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.

S1 · E5The Big Bang: Before the Dawn 2021-12-01 · 46 min＋

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.