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The Cell

The Cell

2009•10.0/10
Documentary

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10.0/10(2)

Dr Adam Rutherford tells the extraordinary story of the scientific quest to discover the secrets of the cell and of life itself. Every living thing is made of cells, microscopic building blocks of almost unimaginable power and complexity.

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Production

BBC

Language

EN

Status

Ended

First Aired

August 12, 2009

Last Aired

August 26, 2009

Where to Watch
Region US · Lang EN
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Seasons & Episodes
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Season
E1
The Hidden Kingdom
Air date: 2009-08-12
Adam Rutherford tells the story of the biological cell. He explores how centuries of scientific and religious dogma were overturned by the discovery of the cell.
E2
The Chemistry of Life
Air date: 2009-08-19
Adam Rutherford explores how scientists delved deeper into the world of the cell, seeking to reveal the magic ingredient that can bring chemicals into life.
E3
The Spark of Life
Air date: 2009-08-26
Adam Rutherford reveals how scientists are close to repeating what has happened only once in four billion years - the creation of a new life form.

Cast

Dr Adam Rutherford

Dr Adam Rutherford

Self - Presenter

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