How the Universe Works

20109 series
Available on
Discovery

`How the Universe Works' is an ultimate cosmos operator's manual, a revealing look at the inner workings of outer space. Computer imagery allows viewers to explore black holes, supernovae, neutron stars, dark energy and all the other forces that produce what is and what we see.

Nightmares of Neutron Stars: Episode Image
Episode 1Nightmares of Neutron Stars

Neutron stars are violent phenomena that defy the laws of physics. New discoveries reveal they have the power to destroy planets and even other stars.(S07,E01)

When Supernovas Strike: Episode Image
Episode 2When Supernovas Strike

Supernovas are the violent death of giant stars. New discoveries reveal how these events create the elements that are essential to all life in the universe.(S07,E02)

How Black Holes Made Us: Episode Image
Episode 3How Black Holes Made Us

Black holes aren't simply violent monsters. New discoveries reveal their importance in creating stars, giving light, and building the universe itself.(S07,E03)

Secret World of Nebulas: Episode Image
Episode 4Secret World of Nebulas

Nebulas are the strange structures of cosmic gas and dust where stars are born and die. New discoveries reveal the secrets of these mysterious places.(S07,E04)

The Interstellar Mysteries: Episode Image
Episode 5The Interstellar Mysteries

Interstellar space is the space between the universe's stars. New discoveries reveal that it's not empty and unremarkable as previously thought.(S07,E05)

Did the Big Bang Really Happen?: Episode Image
Episode 6Did the Big Bang Really Happen?

New discoveries lead scientists to question if the Big Bang really happened. They investigate if it was the start of many multiverses.(S07,E06)

Battle of the Dark Universe: Episode Image
Episode 7Battle of the Dark Universe

Dark matter and energy battle for the cosmos and the winner will determine the universe's fate. New discoveries may reveal which force will win.(S07,E07)

Cassini's Final Secrets: Episode Image
Episode 8Cassini's Final Secrets

For 20 years NASA's Cassini spacecraft revealed Saturn's strange secrets until it vaporized in its atmosphere. Now, fresh data points to new discoveries.(S07,E08)

Hunt for Alien Life: Episode Image
Episode 9Hunt for Alien Life

There are billions of stars in the galaxy, with billions of planets surrounding them. New discoveries force the question - is Earth the only planet with life on it?(S07,E09)

Finding the New Earth: Episode Image
Episode 10Finding the New Earth

New discoveries have revealed thousands of exoplanets beyond our solar system. Some resemble earth to the extent that one could be a new home for humanity.(S07,E10)

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