NOVA brings you stories from the frontlines of science and engineering, answering the big questions of today and tomorrow, from how our ancestors lived, to whether parallel universes exist, to how technology will transform our lives. Visit the official website to watch full-length documentaries, or explore our world through short-form video, on our digital publication NOVA Next.
Episodes
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Asteroids: Spark of Life?
What if violent asteroid impacts actually jump-started life on Earth? Explore a dramatic theory.53:31 -
Angkor: Hidden Jungle Empire
New evidence sheds light on the remarkable life—and mysterious collapse—of the ancient jungle city.53:40 -
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Stone Age Temple Mystery
Surprising evidence at the world’s oldest temple overturns our understanding of human history.53:25 -
Return to the Moon
Follow the Artemis mission to bring humanity back to the Moon for the first time since Apollo.53:08 -
Athens: Birth of Democracy
Archaeologists investigate the dramatic origins of democracy in ancient Greece 2,500 years ago.53:40 -
The Battle to Breathe
Follow the relentless quest that led to a breakthrough treatment for a deadly disease.53:34 -
Knowledge Keepers
Witness how Native North Americans have generated scientific knowledge over thousands of years.53:41 -
Stone Age Masterpiece
Step into the stunning cave that’s reshaping our understanding of prehistoric art.53:42
