Wonders of Life

Wonders of Life (2013)

EndedDocumentary show

Wonders of Life follows Professor Brian Cox as he travels the world to reveal how a few laws of science gave birth to the most complex, and unique feature of the universe- life.

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Scheduleevery Sunday at 21:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E05Homefévr. 24, 2013
S01E04Size Mattersfévr. 17, 2013
S01E03Endless Forms Most Beautifulfévr. 10, 2013
S01E02Expanding Universefévr. 3, 2013
S01E01What is Life?janv. 27, 2013
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'Wonders of Life' premiere?

'Wonders of Life' premiered on January 27, 2013.

Who is the host of 'Wonders of Life'?

The host of 'Wonders of Life' is Professor Brian Cox.

What was the inspiration behind 'Wonders of Life'?

'Wonders of Life' was inspired by the idea that the laws of physics are what govern the behavior of living things.

How many episodes does 'Wonders of Life' have?

'Wonders of Life' has five episodes.

What is the focus of the first episode of 'Wonders of Life'?

The focus of the first episode of 'Wonders of Life' is to explore the fundamental laws of physics and how they apply to all living things.

In the second episode of 'Wonders of Life', what concept does Professor Brian Cox discuss?

In the second episode of 'Wonders of Life', Professor Brian Cox discusses entropy and how it affects life.

What type of creatures are explored in the third episode of 'Wonders of Life'?

The third episode of 'Wonders of Life' explores the behavior of birds.

In the fourth episode of 'Wonders of Life', what is the focus of the exploration?

In the fourth episode of 'Wonders of Life', the focus of the exploration is on the incredible power of the Sun and how it shapes life on Earth.

What is the fifth and final episode of 'Wonders of Life' called?

The fifth and final episode of 'Wonders of Life' is called 'Size Matters'.

In 'Size Matters', what do we learn about how size affects the behavior of creatures?

In 'Size Matters', we learn that the size of a creature often has a direct impact on its behavior and survival.

What did Professor Brian Cox study before becoming a TV host?

Before becoming a TV host, Professor Brian Cox studied particle physics at the University of Manchester.

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