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Aliens: Are We Alone?

Brian Cox's Adventures in Space and Time Series 1
Episode 2 of 4

Brian Cox looks at our attempts to answer one of the most profound questions we can ask – are we alone in the universe? In this film, he explains why this search should be taken seriously.

Brian Cox looks at our attempts to answer one of the most profound questions we can ask – are we alone in the universe? With scientists sending space probes to the furthest reaches of our solar system and beyond, the scientific search for alien life has begun.

Inspired by a childhood love of science fiction, Brian still hopes to hear from ET. In this film, he explains why this search deserves to be taken seriously, and he explores the chances of it happening.

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Music Played

Timings (where shown) are from the start of the programme in hours and minutes

  • 00:07

    Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

    La Flute Enchantee

  • 00:08

    Sumi Jo, Georg Solti

    Der Holle Rache

  • 00:23

    PP Music (UK)

    Beneath The Ruins

Credits

Presenter Brian Cox
Executive Producer Emeka Onono
Series Producer Simon Winchcombe
Production Manager Raewyn Dickson
Producer Naomi Law
Producer Giles Harrison
Editor Tony Quinn

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