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The Best Episodes of Uranium: Twisting the Dragon's Tail Season 1

Every episode of Uranium: Twisting the Dragon's Tail Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Uranium: Twisting the Dragon's Tail Season 1!

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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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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Uranium: Twisting the Dragon's Tail Season 1 Episode 1 - The Rock that Became a Bomb
    8.3/10(12 votes)

    #1 - The Rock that Became a Bomb

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    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

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  2. Uranium: Twisting the Dragon's Tail Season 1 Episode 2 - The Rock that Changed the World
    8.6/10(11 votes)

    #2 - The Rock that Changed the World

    S1:E2

    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

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  3. Uranium: Twisting the Dragon's Tail Season 1 Episode 3 - The Rock in Our Future
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #3 - The Rock in Our Future

    S1:E3

    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.

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"The Rock that Became a Bomb" is the best rated episode of "Uranium: Twisting the Dragon's Tail" season 1. It scored 8.3/10 based on 12 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 8/9/2015. This episode is rated 0.3 points higher than the second-best, "The Rock that Changed the World".