How to Build a Planet
Series Overview
The series uses stunning interactive CGI to reveal step-by-step how a world is put together. With a little help from the world's top scientists and engineers, Hammond will build the Earth and Solar System piece by piece.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.
1 Season • 2 Episodes
50–52 min per episode
2013 – 2013
Premiered: Mon, Oct 14, 2013
Creative Production Team
Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 2: “Engineering a Universe”
How do you make a planet, or a solar system, a galaxy or even a universe?
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
The Laws of Gravity - Richard Hammond Builds a Planet: Preview - BBC OneOfficial
Type: Clip • Published 2013-10-31
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Nigel Simpkiss, Mike Slee
Sak Shariff
Alan Jones
Will Aslett, Kark Hedgecoe
Department Leadership Roster
Nigel Simpkiss
Director
Mike Slee
Director
Will Aslett
Producer
Kark Hedgecoe
Producer
Alan Jones
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
TV-PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About How to Build a Planet
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What is How to Build a Planet about?
The series uses stunning interactive CGI to reveal step-by-step how a world is put together. With a little help from the world's top scientists and engineers, Hammond will build the Earth and Solar System piece by piece.
How many seasons does How to Build a Planet have?
How to Build a Planet comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in How to Build a Planet?
Key cast members in How to Build a Planet include Richard Hammond.
Who created or directed How to Build a Planet?
How to Build a Planet was developed and directed by Nigel Simpkiss, Mike Slee.