NOVA

Season 52

TV-PG
A weekly documentary series, each episode providing an in-depth look at a different subject of scientific research. Subjects examined by this show have included the cutting edge of theoretical physics, a return to the Chernobyl nuclear reactor, the long-term effects of Amazon deforestation, and the development of life-saving medical techniques.

Where to Watch Season 52

11 Episodes

  • What Are UFOs?
    E1
    What Are UFOs?Can science reveal the secrets of mysterious objects seen in our skies?
  • Extreme Airport Engineering
    E2
    Extreme Airport EngineeringFollow the race to build a world-class airport on the site of one of America’s busiest flying hubs.
  • Dino Birds
    E3
    Dino BirdsFossils reveal how birds survived the killer asteroid and became today’s only living dinosaurs.
  • Egypt's Tombs of Amun
    E4
    Egypt's Tombs of AmunA long-lost ancient cemetery opens the door to a unique period in Egyptian history.
  • Pompeii's Secret Underworld
    E5
    Pompeii's Secret UnderworldArchaeologists uncover new truths about Pompeii, a wealthy Roman playground with dark secrets.
  • Baltimore Bridge Collapse
    E6
    Baltimore Bridge CollapseFollow the investigation into the deadly container ship collision that closed the Port of Baltimore.
  • Revolutionary War Weapons
    E7
    Revolutionary War WeaponsHow did a ragtag army defeat the most powerful army in the world to win American independence? Discover the key military technologies that helped propel the colonies to victory, from the Brown Bess musket to the world's first submarine.
  • Secrets of the Forest
    E8
    Secrets of the ForestFollow scientists in a quest to understand how complex forest ecosystems can help cool our planet.
  • Critical Condition: Health In Black America
    E9
    Critical Condition: Health In Black AmericaBlack Americans are nearly twice as likely to suffer from chronic diseases than Whites. Why? From false beliefs that permeate modern medicine to life experiences that can damage human cells, uncover the underlying causes of racial health disparities.
  • Ultimate Crash Test: Countdown
    E10
    Ultimate Crash Test: CountdownWhat really happens in a multi-vehicle pileup? A first-of-its-kind experiment aims to stage a high speed crash to gain new insights on car safety. But how can they create and study a complex collision without putting any lives in danger?
  • Ultimate Crash Test: Impact
    E11
    Ultimate Crash Test: ImpactCar safety experts just pulled off a first-of-its-kind remote controlled multi-vehicle pile up. Now investigators are put to the test as they analyze the data and look for insights into driver behavior and vehicle design.

 

  •   
  •   
  •   
  •   
  •   
  •   
  •   

Take Plex everywhere

Watch free anytime, anywhere, on almost any device.
See the full list of supported devices