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The Best Episodes of Our Universe Season 1

Every episode of Our Universe Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Our Universe Season 1!

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

Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Chasing Starlight" is the best rated episode of "Our Universe" season 1. It scored 7.7/10 based on 321 votes. Directed by Alice Jones and written by Alice Jones, it aired on 11/22/2022. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "The Cosmic Clock".

  • Chasing Starlight
    7.7/10321 votes

    #1 - 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

  • The Cosmic Clock
    7.8/10248 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
    7.8/10209 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
    7.8/10195 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

  • Water World
    7.9/10177 votes

    #5 - 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

  • Force of Attraction
    7.8/10173 votes

    #6 - 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