Universe: Beyond the Millennium - Planets

This episode of the classic series Universe: Beyond the Millennium, narrated by John Hurt, turns its attention to the planets of our solar system. It surveys the worlds orbiting the Sun and the research and theories that explain them. The film offers an accessible overview of planetary science from the turn of the millennium. Informative and timeless, it is a clear introduction to our cosmic neighbourhood. Free to watch in HD on Dr Documentary.

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