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Light and Dark

Series Overview

Professor Jim Al-Khalili shows how, by uncovering its secrets, scientists have used light to reveal the universe.

Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

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

EndedMiniseries
Original Network
BBC Four
Episodes & Seasons

1 Season • 2 Episodes

60 min per episode

Air Date Window

2016 – 2016

Premiered: Mon, Oct 10, 2016

Created By

Creative Production Team

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Mon, Oct 17, 2016

Season 1, Episode 2: “Dark”

The first hints that there might be more out there than meets the eye emerged from the gloom in 1846 with the discovery of the planet Neptune. In the middle of the 20th century scientists discovered dark matter and in the late 1990s dark energy. Jim explores the quest to uncover the nature of dark energy and to see dark matter pull the first stars and galaxies together, a quest that involves peering into the darkest period in the cosmos's past.

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

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Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Stephen Cooter

Director of Photography

Andrew Fleming, Tom Hayward

Department Leadership Roster

Stephen Cooter

Director

Andrew Fleming

Director of Photography

Tom Hayward

Director of Photography

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Light and Dark.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Light and Dark

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What is Light and Dark about?

Professor Jim Al-Khalili shows how, by uncovering its secrets, scientists have used light to reveal the universe.

How many seasons does Light and Dark have?

Light and Dark comprises 1 season available to explore.

Who stars in Light and Dark?

Key cast members in Light and Dark include Jim Al-Khalili.

Who created or directed Light and Dark?

Light and Dark was developed and directed by Stephen Cooter.