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The Worst Episodes of Universe

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

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Professor Brian Cox journeys across the vastness of time and space revealing epic moments of sheer drama that changed the universe forever.

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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    Universe Season 1 Episode 1 - The Sun: God Star
    7.9/10(147 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.

    Director:Ashley Gething
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Universe Season 1 Episode 2 - Alien Worlds: The Search for Second Earth
    8.2/10(110 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
    8.2/10(91 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 5 - The Big Bang: Before the Dawn
    8.2/10(79 votes)

    #4 - 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.

    Director:Ashley Gething
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Universe Season 1 Episode 4 - Black Holes: Heart of Darkness
    8.5/10(90 votes)

    #5 - 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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Worst Episodes Summary

"The Sun: God Star" is the worst rated episode of "Universe". It scored 7.9/10 based on 147 votes. Directed by Ashley Gething and written by Unknown, it aired on 10/27/2021. This episode scored 0.3 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Alien Worlds: The Search for Second Earth".