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The Worst Episodes of Our Universe

Every episode of Our Universe ranked from worst to best. Explore the Worst Episodes of Our Universe!

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

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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    Our Universe Season 1 Episode 1 - Chasing Starlight
    7.7/10(363 votes)

    #1 - Chasing Starlight

    S1:E1

    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

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  2. Our Universe Season 1 Episode 2 - The Cosmic Clock
    7.8/10(274 votes)

    #2 - The Cosmic Clock

    S1:E2

    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

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  3. Our Universe Season 1 Episode 6 - Force of Attraction
    7.8/10(193 votes)

    #3 - Force of Attraction

    S1:E6

    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

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  4. Our Universe Season 1 Episode 3 - Turning Seasons
    7.9/10(234 votes)

    #4 - Turning Seasons

    S1:E3

    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

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  5. Our Universe Season 1 Episode 4 - Elemental
    7.9/10(216 votes)

    #5 - Elemental

    S1:E4

    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

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  6. Our Universe Season 1 Episode 5 - Water World
    8.0/10(195 votes)

    #6 - Water World

    S1:E5

    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

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Worst Episodes Summary

"Chasing Starlight" is the worst rated episode of "Our Universe". It scored 7.7/10 based on 363 votes. Directed by Alice Jones and written by Alice Jones, it aired on 11/22/2022. This episode scored 0.1 points lower than the second lowest rated, "The Cosmic Clock".