The Cell

2009
Ended
Documentary
1 season
10.0/10

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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E1. The Hidden Kingdom
Aug 12, 2009 · 50m
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
Aug 19, 2009 · 50m
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
Aug 26, 2009 · 50m
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.