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NOVA•Season 53•Episode 7

Rain Bombs

7.8/10 · 42 votesApr 22, 202654 min

Ranked #4 of 13 in Season 53•+0.1 vs season avg

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An invisible force is causing chaos around the globe. Follow scientists racing to understand the catastrophic "rain bombs" that are sinking ships and downing planes. Can they learn to predict these devastating weather events and save lives?

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Asteroids: Spark of Life?

E2 7.3

Angkor: Hidden Jungle Empire

E3 7.6

Can Dogs Talk?

E4 7.3

Mammal Origins

E5 7.2

Stone Age Temple Mystery

E6 7.7

Return to the Moon

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Rain Bombs

E8 7.5

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E9 8.0

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Knowledge Keepers

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Stone Age Masterpiece

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Space Wars

E13 7.8

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Episode Summary

"Rain Bombs" is episode 7 of NOVA season 53. It scored 7.8/10 from 42 votes, ranking #4 of 13 episodes this season (season average 7.7). It aired on April 22, 2026.

Next: E8 · Athens: Birth of Democracy Best of Season 53