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The Planets
Scientists gave up hope of discovering extraterrestrial life forms after the 1976 Mars Viking probe returned images of a cold, dry planet. However, more recent efforts have renewed optimism. Show more
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Scientists gave up hope of discovering extraterrestrial life forms after the 1976 Mars Viking probe returned images of a cold, dry planet. However, more recent efforts have renewed optimism. Show more
20 July 1969: the Apollo 11 mission climaxes with Neil Armstrong taking the first steps on the Moon.
The woolly whistlers meet a spaceman.
Film recalling our fascination with the moon leading up to Neil Armstrong's landing in 1969, and the lack of interest which led to the cessation of lunar expeditions in 1972. Show more
The duo seek cheese on the Moon.
Patrick Moore presents a guide to the most familiar body in the night sky, whilst Chris Lintott gives tips on how to observe the moon.
Elliott
I Gould and James Brolin star in an I ingenious 1978 thriller by Peter
Hyams. A mission to Mars is not what it seems. Review p53.
Patrick Moore presents the story of man's first steps onto another world. Show more
Patrick Moore presents a guide to the most familiar body in the night sky, whilst Chris Lintott gives tips on how to observe the moon.