The Planets

Employing state-of-the-art computer graphics, unseen space race archive and testimony from leading scientists, The Planets is the most comprehensive and spectacular account of space exploration and discovery ever made. This double DVD contains all eight 50-minute episodes. Different Worlds: A look at space travel and the latest planetary explorations. Terra Firma: The story of the pioneering missions to our neighbouring worlds. Giants: Uncovers the secrets surrounding the massive planets in our Solar System. Moon: The answer to one of the greatest mysteries of the Solar System – why does Earth have a moon Star: The latest scientific advances bring us a new perspective on the Sun. Atmosphere: A fantastic voyage through the skies of the Solar System. Life: A look at the very latest robotic explorations of other planets. Destiny: How are the planets going to evolve over the next four billion years