Name: The Planets
Genre: Documentary
Cast: Samuel West

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Documentary series tracing mankind's exploration of our solar system.

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Music by: Jim Meacock

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April 29, 1999 · June 17, 1999 · Ended

First aired: April 29, 1999
Last aired: June 17, 1999
Status: Ended
Length: 1 season · 8 episodes
Age rating: TV-G
Genres: Documentary
Original language: English
Made in: United Kingdom
Available in: 5 countries

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Where can I stream The Planets?

In the United States, you can rent or buy The Planets from Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. It streams in 3 other countries, but not in the United States.

Is The Planets worth watching?

83

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Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 83 (IMDb 8.5).

Is The Planets okay for kids?

TV-G

Yes: it's rated TV-G in the United States, and the viewing guide lists it for kids.

How long does it take to watch The Planets?

6 h

About 6 hours: 8 episodes in 1 season of about 48 minutes each, aired from 1999 to 1999.

Will I feel good after watching The Planets?

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Yes, it's an uplifting series: the title analysis rates it 8 of 10 for hopefulness and 7 for wholesome.

Can I half-watch The Planets?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 4 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it good for background watching.