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Stephen Hawking's Universe (1997–1997) on BBC Two
About Stephen Hawking's Universe
Stephen Hawking's Universe ended on October 5, 1997, on BBC Two. The series concluded its run after six episodes that explored humanity's understanding of the universe.
This documentary series examined the history of scientific thought on the cosmos, from ancient Greek ideas to modern theories. It covered topics such as the Big Bang, the origins of the universe, dark matter, and black holes. The program featured interviews with prominent astronomers and scientists, along with commentary from Stephen Hawking himself. It provided viewers with an overview of key developments in cosmology during the 20th century.
The show starred Stephen Hawking as himself and had a runtime of 60 minutes per episode. Since it has ended, there are no upcoming episodes or seasons scheduled.
Stephen Hawking's Universe episode schedule
6 aired
Aired · 6
| Date | Ep. | Title |
|---|---|---|
| October 5, 1997 | S1·E6 | An Answer to Everything |
| September 28, 1997 | S1·E5 | Black Holes and Beyond |
| September 21, 1997 | S1·E4 | On the Dark Side |
| September 14, 1997 | S1·E3 | Cosmic Alchemy |
| September 7, 1997 | S1·E2 | The Big Bang (In the Beginning) |
| August 31, 1997 | S1·E1 | Seeing is Believing |