The Sky at Night
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Station:
BBC Four (GB)
Status:
Running
Start:
1957-04-24
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Our team of astronomers tell us what's on view in the night sky. From comets to quasars, there is always something fascinating to discuss in the Universe.
The Sky at Night Next Episode Air Date
Next Episode is 'Greenwich: A Journey Through Space and Time' (Season 2025 Episode 3) and airs on 09 Jun 2025 15:50 (CDT).
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S2024E8 - Ancestral Skies
The Sky at Night teams up with BBC Ideas to discover the secrets of archaeology and astronomy and to reflect on our ancestral skies. Throughout history and across the world, humanity has looked up and marvelled at the night sky. From ancient civilizations who were guided by the sun, moon and stars, to modern astronomers uncovering the universe's history, we have always found deep meaning in our dark skies. But is modern civilisation putting this important link at risk?
Air Date: 11 Nov 2024 16:15 (CDT)
S2025E1 - Asteroid Strike?
The team explore one of the biggest stories in space news, the ‘city killer' asteroid 2024 YR4. How well did the planet respond to this potential natural disaster?
Air Date: 14 Apr 2025 16:00 (CDT)
S2025E2 - Secrets of the Red Planet
The team explore what the latest research is revealing about Mars. Could life have once thrived there? And will a return trip to our neighbouring planet ever be possible?
Air Date: 12 May 2025 16:00 (CDT)
S2025E3 - Greenwich: A Journey Through Space and Time
The team celebrate the 350th anniversary of the Royal Observatory, recreating history at a special dinner party, where they are joined by a glittering line-up of science communicators.
Air Date: 09 Jun 2025 15:50 (CDT)