TV ShowEndedBBC TwoDocumentary

The Planets

Name: The Planets
Genre: Documentary
Released: 2019-05-28
Duration: 45 min

2019 · 45m per ep · TV-PG · English · United Kingdom

Professor Brian Cox explores the dramatic lives of the eight majestic planets/worlds that make up our solar system.

8.3(76 reviews)

5.0605% popularity

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Details

First air date: May 28, 2019
Last air date: Jun 25, 2019
Status: Ended
Seasons: 1
Episodes: 5
Episode runtime: 45m
Original language: English
Country: United Kingdom
Network / platform: BBC Two
Creator / showrunner: —
Certification: TV-PG
Production companies: BBC Studios Science Unit

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Keywords

spaceastronomysolar system

Seasons & episodes

Season 1

2019 · 5 episodes

Examining the rocky planets at the centre of the Solar System, Professor Cox examines new evidence about the violent creation of Mercury and the hostile atmosphere of Venus, contrasting them with the life-giving planet Earth and the barren Mars.

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Cast

Brian Cox

Self - Presenter

Media

Reviews & ratings

8.3

76 community reviews

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Alex Rivera7.300000000000001/103/18/2026
Binge-worthy
Every episode leaves you wanting more. The character arcs are exceptional.
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Jordan Kim8.3/103/14/2026
Peak television
One of the best shows in its genre — tightly written and beautifully acted.
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Sam Patel9.3/103/10/2026
Must-watch series
The season finales alone are worth the watch.
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Morgan Lee7.300000000000001/103/6/2026
Brilliant writing
Gripping from the first scene. Already recommending to everyone.
28 found helpful
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Casey Wong8.3/103/2/2026
Slow burn payoff
Takes a few episodes to hit stride, then it's unstoppable.
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