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The Best Episodes of Our Universe

Every episode of Our Universe ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Our Universe!

Witness the remarkable story of our universe over billions of years and its inextricable link to life on Earth in this sweeping documentary series.

Genre:Documentary
Network:Netflix

Top Episode Ratings Summary

The best episode of "Our Universe" is "Water World", rated 7.9/10 from 177 user votes. It was directed by Naomi Austin and written by Naomi Austin. "Water World" aired on 11/22/2022 and is rated 0.1 point(s) higher than the second highest rated, "The Cosmic Clock".

  • Water World
    7.9/10 177 votes

    #1 - Water World

    Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 11/22/2022

    The story of water's miraculous arrival onto our planet and its pivotal role in the survival — and amusement — of a herd of elephants.

    Director: Naomi Austin

    Writer: Naomi Austin

  • The Cosmic Clock
    7.8/10 247 votes

    #2 - The Cosmic Clock

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 11/22/2022

    From the womb to a final moment of peace, witness the steady ticking of the universe's clock through the eyes of the chimpanzee.

    Director: Alice Jones

    Writer: Alice Jones

  • Turning Seasons
    7.8/10 208 votes

    #3 - Turning Seasons

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 11/22/2022

    Dive into the long year of the Alaskan brown bear through the Earth's seasonal cycle amid the frigid winter months and into the warmth of summer.

    Director: Stephen Cooter

    Writer: Stephen Cooter

  • Elemental
    7.8/10 195 votes

    #4 - Elemental

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 11/22/2022

    The elements that constitute every living being were formed within the very first stars. Today, a green sea turtle searches the ocean for them.

    Director: Stephen Cooter

    Writer: Stephen Cooter

  • Force of Attraction
    7.8/10 172 votes

    #5 - Force of Attraction

    Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 11/22/2022

    Shaping our entire universe, gravity has set the stage for life. For two king penguins, it steered them toward their soulmates.

    Director: Naomi Austin

    Writer: Naomi Austin

  • Chasing Starlight
    7.7/10 320 votes

    #6 - Chasing Starlight

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 11/22/2022

    A penetrating look at the sun as a vital source of energy and its impact on one cheetah's search for food in the sprawling plains of the Serengeti.

    Director: Alice Jones

    Writer: Alice Jones