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The Best Episodes of Universe Season 1

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

The Best Episodes of Universe Season 1

Professor Brian Cox journeys across the vastness of time and space revealing epic moments of sheer drama that changed the universe forever.
Binge this in 3h 52mPeaking at 8.5/10

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Episode Rankings

  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Universe Season 1 Episode 1 - The Sun: God Star
    7.9/10(146 votes)

    #1 - The Sun: God Star

    S1:E1

    Since the first star lit up the universe, they have been engines of creation. Professor Brian Cox reveals how, ultimately, stars brought life and meaning to the universe.

    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Universe Season 1 Episode 2 - Alien Worlds: The Search for Second Earth
    8.2/10(109 votes)

    #2 - Alien Worlds: The Search for Second Earth

    S1:E2

    Professor Brian Cox questions whether we are alone in the universe. There might be more planets than stars in our galaxy - but will we find a second Earth?

    Director:Suzy Boyles
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Universe Season 1 Episode 3 - The Milky Way: Island of Light
    8.3/10(89 votes)

    #3 - The Milky Way: Island of Light

    S1:E3

    A space mission discovers the dramatic history of the Milky Way. Professor Brian Cox reveals how our galaxy endured multiple collisions as rival galaxies fought for survival.

    Director:Kenny Scott
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Universe Season 1 Episode 4 - Black Holes: Heart of Darkness
    8.5/10(89 votes)

    #4 - Black Holes: Heart of Darkness

    S1:E4

    Prof Brian Cox journeys into a supermassive black hole - a monster that can destroy worlds, stop time, and is forcing us to reassess our understanding of reality.

    Director:Tom Hewitson
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Universe Season 1 Episode 5 - The Big Bang: Before the Dawn
    8.2/10(78 votes)

    #5 - The Big Bang: Before the Dawn

    S1:E5

    It’s the ultimate question: why are we here? Cutting-edge space missions take us back 13.8 billion years to the very beginning – the origin of the Universe.

    Writer:Unknown

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"The Sun: God Star" is the best rated episode of "Universe" season 1. It scored 7.9/10 based on 146 votes. Directed by Ashley Gething and written by Unknown, it aired on 10/27/2021. This episode is rated 0.3 points higher than the second-best, "Alien Worlds: The Search for Second Earth".