Newton's Apple
Series Overview
Newton's Apple is an American educational television program produced and developed by KTCA, and distributed to PBS stations in the United States that ran from 1983 to 1999. The show's title is based on the rumor of Isaac Newton sitting under a tree and an apple falling near him—or, more popularly, on his head—prompting him to ponder what makes things fall, leading to the development of his theory of gravitation. The show was produced by Twin Cities Public Television. For most of the run, the show's theme song was Ruckzuck by Kraftwerk, later remixed by Absolute Music. Later episodes of the show featured an original song. An occasional short feature appeared called "Science of the Rich and Famous" in which celebrities appeared to explain a science principle.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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15 Seasons • 195 Episodes
30 min per episode
1983 – 1998
Premiered: Sat, Oct 15, 1983
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Latest Aired Episode
Season 15, Episode 13: “Lightning Bolts; Proteins; Geese; Home Videos”
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Season 1
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Season 2
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Season 3
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Season 4
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Season 5
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Season 6
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Season 7
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Season 8
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Season 9
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Season 10
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Season 11
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Season 12
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Season 13
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Season 14
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Season 15
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Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lee Carey, Tacy Mangan, James Steinbach, Richard Hudson, Kaye Zusmann
Department Leadership Roster
Lee Carey
Producer
Tacy Mangan
Producer
Richard Hudson
Producer
Kaye Zusmann
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What is Newton's Apple about?
Newton's Apple is an American educational television program produced and developed by KTCA, and distributed to PBS stations in the United States that ran from 1983 to 1999. The show's title is based on the rumor of Isaac Newton sitting under a tree and an apple falling near him—or, more popularly, on his head—prompting him to ponder what makes things fall, leading to the development of his theory of gravitation. The show was produced by Twin Cities Public Television. For most of the run, the show's theme song was Ruckzuck by Kraftwerk, later remixed by Absolute Music. Later episodes of the show featured an original song. An occasional short feature appeared called "Science of the Rich and Famous" in which celebrities appeared to explain a science principle.
How many seasons does Newton's Apple have?
Newton's Apple comprises 15 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in Newton's Apple?
Key cast members in Newton's Apple include SuChin Pak, David Heil, Dave Huddleston, Brian Hackney, Eileen Galindo.
Who created or directed Newton's Apple?
Newton's Apple was developed and directed by Not specified.