Is The Planets coming back?
The Planets (1985–1985) on Channel 4
The answer: Concluded December 21, 1985.
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About The Planets
The Planets ended on December 21, 1985, on Channel 4. The show concluded after its seven-episode run in December 1985.
The series was a documentary-style program that explored the secrets of the planets in our solar system. Hosted by well-known astronomers Nigel Henbest and Heather Couper, it crossed time and space to examine the past, present, and future of the planets. Using scientific knowledge and astronomy, the show aimed to reveal the truth about Earth and other planets, including the possibility of extraterrestrial life.
The Planets episode schedule
7 aired
Aired · 7
| Date | Ep. | Title |
|---|---|---|
| December 21, 1985 | S1·E7 | Are We Alone? |
| December 14, 1985 | S1·E6 | The Search for Planet X |
| December 7, 1985 | S1·E5 | Planet of Gas |
| November 30, 1985 | S1·E4 | The Angry Red Planet |
| November 23, 1985 | S1·E3 | The Blue Planet |
| November 16, 1985 | S1·E2 | Venus and Mercury |
| November 9, 1985 | S1·E1 | Children of the Sun |