Episode

Horizon: The Other Way

Name: Horizon: The Other Way
Released: 1974-11-11
Duration: 60 min
Cast: Michael Mosley, Paul Vaughan, Alice Roberts, Hannah Fry, Richard Feynman

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Overview

Horizon presents Dr. Schumacher's theory that use of modern technology could make the working week a creative experience.

Details

Series: Horizon
Season: Season 11
Episode: Episode 28
Air date: 1974-11-11
Runtime: 60 min

Episode context

The Other Way is Episode 28 in 1974 of Horizon. It aired on 1974-11-11. The runtime is 60 min.

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