Wonders of the Solar System
Series Overview
In this spellbinding series, Professor Brian Cox visits the most extreme locations on Earth to explain how the laws of physics carved natural wonders across the solar system.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.
1 Season • 5 Episodes
60 min per episode
2010 – 2010
Premiered: Sun, Mar 7, 2010
Creative Production Team
Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 5: “Aliens”
Professor Brian Cox visits some of the most stunning locations on earth to describe how the laws of nature have carved natural wonders across the solar system. Brian descends to the bottom of the Pacific in a submarine to witness the extraordinary life forms that survive in the cold, black waters. All life on Earth needs water so the search for aliens in the solar system has followed the search for water. Soaring above the dramatic Scablands of the United States, Brian discovers how the same landscape has been found on Mars. And it was all carved out in a geological heartbeat by a monumental flood. Armed with a gas mask, Brian enters a cave in Mexico where bacteria breathe toxic gas and leak concentrated acid. Yet relatives of these creatures could be surviving in newly-discovered caves on Mars.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Wonders of the Solar System - Trailer - BBC TwoOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2010-02-25
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Paul Olding, Gideon Bradshaw, Chris Holt, Michael Lachmann
Paul Olding, Gideon Bradshaw, Chris Holt, Michael Lachmann
Danielle Peck, Andrew Cohen
Department Leadership Roster
Paul Olding
Writer
Paul Olding
Director
Gideon Bradshaw
Writer
Gideon Bradshaw
Director
Chris Holt
Writer
Chris Holt
Director
Michael Lachmann
Writer
Michael Lachmann
Director
Danielle Peck
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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TV-G: General Audience — Suitable for all ages.
International Certification Matrix
Universal — Suitable for all audiences.
FSK 0 — Approved without age restriction.
FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.
General — Suitable for all audiences.
General Audience — Suitable for all ages.
Universal Public Exhibition — Unrestricted family viewing.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Wonders of the Solar System
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What is Wonders of the Solar System about?
In this spellbinding series, Professor Brian Cox visits the most extreme locations on Earth to explain how the laws of physics carved natural wonders across the solar system.
How many seasons does Wonders of the Solar System have?
Wonders of the Solar System comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in Wonders of the Solar System?
Key cast members in Wonders of the Solar System include Brian Cox.
Who created or directed Wonders of the Solar System?
Wonders of the Solar System was developed and directed by Paul Olding, Gideon Bradshaw, Chris Holt, Michael Lachmann.