Skip to content
Break the Science Barrier poster
First Aired: 19961 Season

Break the Science Barrier

Series Overview

Break the Science Barrier is a 1996 television documentary written and presented by Richard Dawkins, which promotes the viewpoint that scientific endeavour is not only useful, but also intellectually stimulating and exciting. Featuring interviews with many well-known figures from the world of science and beyond, it was originally broadcast on Channel 4 in the United Kingdom — the first of a series of collaborations between Dawkins and the station — before being released on DVD more than a decade later. The documentary contains many of the themes later expounded in his book Unweaving the Rainbow, which was published two years after the initial broadcast.

Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.

EndedScripted
Original Network
Channel 4
Episodes & Seasons

1 Season • 3 Episodes

Air Date Window

1996 – 2006

Premiered: Wed, Oct 30, 1996

Created By

Creative Production Team

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Tue, Jan 3, 2006

Season 1, Episode 3: “Part 3”

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Screenplay & Story

Richard Dawkins

Department Leadership Roster

Richard Dawkins

Richard Dawkins

Writer

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Break the Science Barrier.

More Series Like Break the Science Barrier

Shows sharing similar genres, audiences, and storylines.

7.0
8.1
7.1
8.6
7.6
7.1
7.5
7.3
7.9
6.7
8.4
8.0

Frequently Asked Questions About Break the Science Barrier

Key facts, seasons breakdown, and credits for search engines and AI assistants.

What is Break the Science Barrier about?

Break the Science Barrier is a 1996 television documentary written and presented by Richard Dawkins, which promotes the viewpoint that scientific endeavour is not only useful, but also intellectually stimulating and exciting. Featuring interviews with many well-known figures from the world of science and beyond, it was originally broadcast on Channel 4 in the United Kingdom — the first of a series of collaborations between Dawkins and the station — before being released on DVD more than a decade later. The documentary contains many of the themes later expounded in his book Unweaving the Rainbow, which was published two years after the initial broadcast.

How many seasons does Break the Science Barrier have?

Break the Science Barrier comprises 1 season available to explore.

Who stars in Break the Science Barrier?

Key cast members in Break the Science Barrier include Richard Dawkins.

Who created or directed Break the Science Barrier?

Break the Science Barrier was developed and directed by Not specified.