Episode
Universe: The Milky Way: Island of Light
Overview
A space mission discovers the dramatic history of the Milky Way. Professor Brian Cox reveals how our galaxy endured multiple collisions as rival galaxies fought for survival.
Details
- Series
- Universe
- Season
- Season 1
- Episode
- Episode 3
- Air date
- 2021-11-10
- Runtime
- 46 min
Episode context
The Milky Way: Island of Light is Episode 3 in Season 1 of Universe. It aired on 2021-11-10. The runtime is 46 min.
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Episode 2: Alien Worlds: The Search for Second Earth
Professor Brian Cox questions whether we are alone in the universe. There might be more planets than stars in our galaxy - but will we find a second Earth?
Episode 4: Black Holes: Heart of Darkness
Prof Brian Cox journeys into a supermassive black hole - a monster that can destroy worlds, stop time, and is forcing us to reassess our understanding of reality.
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