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A stunning new documentary series exploring the incredible story of uranium, from its creation in an exploding star to its deployment in nuclear weapons, nuclear power, and nuclear medicine. It’s a journey across nine countries

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Season 1

  • The Rock that Changed the World
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    The Rock that Changed the World

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 8/16/2015

    Born from the collapse of a star, uranium has brought hope, progress and destruction. It has revolutionized society, from medicine to warfare.

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown

  • The Rock that Became a Bomb
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    The Rock that Became a Bomb

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 8/9/2015

    At the turn of the 20th century uranium is virtually unknown and basically worthless. Dr Derek Muller shows how, in just a single generation, it became the most desirable and terrifying rock on earth.

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown

  • The Rock in Our Future
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    The Rock in Our Future

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 8/23/2015

    Uranium saves lives, treats cancer and brings hope to millions. Uranium was also a promise of clean limitless power. In a remarkable and haunting journey, Dr Derek Muller takes us to Chernobyl and Fukushima, where uranium became a nightmare. In our energy hungry, warming world, uranium both tempts with unbelievable power and threatens all life on earth. Destroyer and saviour, dream and nightmare: the extraordinary paradox of uranium.

    Director: Unknown

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