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8.3 / 10(15 votes)IMDbNRFirst Aired: 195770 Seasons

The Sky at Night

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Series Overview

Your monthly journey through the fascinating world of space and astronomy with the latest thinking on what's out there in space and what you can see in the night sky.

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Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

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Returning SeriesIn ProductionDocumentary
Original Network
BBC Four
Episodes & Seasons

70 Seasons • 848 Episodes

30–45 min per episode

Air Date Window

1957 – Present

Premiered: Wed, Apr 24, 1957

Created By

Creative Production Team

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Mon, Apr 13, 2026

Season 70, Episode 1: “Destination Moon”

The team explore Nasa's Artemis II mission, the first crewed journey towards the moon since 1972. They also look into robotic landers and new scientific clues from lunar samples.

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Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes

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Professor Stephen Hawking's black hole theories - The Sky at Night: Preview - BBC FourOfficial

Type: Trailer • Published 2016-04-07

Age Classification & Content Advisories

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Primary: NR

NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

International Certification Matrix

United Kingdom (BBFC)U

Universal — Suitable for all audiences.

United States (MPAA)NR

Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Sky at Night

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What is The Sky at Night about?

Your monthly journey through the fascinating world of space and astronomy with the latest thinking on what's out there in space and what you can see in the night sky.

How many seasons does The Sky at Night have?

The Sky at Night comprises 70 seasons available to explore.

Who stars in The Sky at Night?

Key cast members in The Sky at Night include Not specified.

Who created or directed The Sky at Night?

The Sky at Night was developed and directed by Not specified.