

PBS' premier science series helps viewers of all ages explore the science behind the headlines. Along the way, NOVA demystifies science and technology, and highlights the people involved in scientific pursuits.
The series spans 53 seasons with 1020 episodes in total (avg. 19 per season).
Each episode runs approximately 55 minutes.
The show is currently in production with new episodes still being made.
Originally aired on PBS.
2018

2020
Exploring the polar day and night in northern Scandinavia while shedding light on the various challenges animals and plants face for survival.

2021
An exploration of some of Asia's weirdest and most wonderful creatures and the seemingly bizarre behaviours they have adopted.

2025
From unprecedented access of gold vaults to the working of currency presses, take an unfiltered look at India's Central Bank - The Reserve Bank of India.

2013

2013
Deep in the Gulf region is one of the world's last great wildernesses - a mysterious and magical landscape hidden to the world for decades. Observe the dramatic and varied geology and extraordinary wildlife in the world premiere of 'WILD ARABIA'. With unparalleled access, Animal Planet takes viewers to the crossroads of three continents to a clandestine kingdom of rich culture and breathtaking beauty. Once the trade hub of the ancient world, Arabia has transitioned into a secluded splendor where the modern world brushes up against a vast and ageless sweeping terrain. Feast your eyes on the scenic and sculptural sand dunes of Saudi Arabia and Oman, which are populated by camel trains and elegant white gazelles. Discover the scores of undersea volcanoes in the deep trenches off the coast of Yemen, and uncover the secrets of the Tigris-Euphrates River Delta.

2013
Bill meets wildlife in Borneo and Indonesia to tell the story of Darwin's rival Wallace.

2019
A new "treasure map" of the Maya world is transforming what we thought we knew of one of the world most mysterious ancient civilizations.

2021
The breathtaking beauty of some natural sites should not obscure their role as unique ecosystems. Within them, animal species and nature live in harmony. Sadly, their wealth makes them a prime target for men’s greed. The fight to protect them is a relentless one, and the people who lead it have become true heroes of our time.
Good
137 votes
NOVA
Returning Series
Yes
TV-PG
English
United States of America
3/3/1974
2/25/2026

