The Universe is an American documentary television series that features computer-generated imagery andcomputer graphics of astronomical objects in the universe plus interviews with experts who study in the fields of cosmology, astronomy, and astrophysics. The program is produced by Flight 33 Productions and Workaholic Productions.
The series premiered on May 29, 2007, on The History Channel and four subsequent seasons were aired until 2010. Starting from October 25, 2011, new episodes began airing exclusively on H2.[1]
The series covers topics concerning space exploration, the Solar System, and astronomical objects in the universe. It shows CGI renderings of these aforementioned, video footage, photographs, and views from scientists, project managers, engineers, advocates, writers and other experts. The episode "7 Wonders of the Solar System", and Season 6 were produced in 3D.[2]
Series overview[edit]
| Season | Episodes | Originally aired | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| First aired | Last aired | ||||
| 1 | 14 | May 29, 2007 | September 4, 2007 | ||
| 2 | 18 | November 27, 2007 | April 29, 2008 | ||
| 3 | 12 | November 11, 2008 | February 3, 2009 | ||
| 4 | 12 | August 18, 2009 | November 10, 2009 | ||
| 5 | 8 | July 29, 2010 | September 23, 2010 | ||
| 6 | 7 | October 25, 2011 | December 20, 2011 | ||
| 7 | 7 | February 14, 2012 | June 17, 2012 | ||
| 8 | 4 | March 1, 2014 | March 22, 2014 | ||
| 9 | 6 | April 18, 2015 | May 23, 2015 | ||
