HISTORY CHANNEL: UNIVERSE (5PC) - HISTORY CHANNEL: UNIVERSE (5PC)

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From the mysteries of our own solar system those that surround unexplored galaxies, history and science collide in this ambitious investigation of the Universe.

Questions about the Universe have consumed man since the dawn of time. In the 50 years since humans made their first tentative explorations of space, we have increased our knowledge of the cosmos dramatically, using powerful telescopes, robotic probes, and manned missions. But only recently has computer technology allowed scientists to illustrate in stunning detail their awe-inspiring conclusions. THE UNIVERSE, a groundbreaking series from THE HISTORY CHANNEL®, employs cutting-edge computer-generated imagery to bring distant planets and faraway stars up close, allowing viewers to gaze at black holes and comets, and witness the births and deaths of galaxies and solar systems.

This epic miniseries takes viewers on an exhilarating voyage through the cosmos. From the farthest reaches of distant galaxies back to the familiar face of our moon, THE UNIVERSE brings the mysteries of the heavens down to earth.

• Actors: The Universe
• Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
• Audience Rating: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested)
• Format: Box set, Color, DVD-Video, NTSC
• Language (Original Language): English
• Region Code: 1
• Release Date: 2007-11-20
• Running Time: 705 minutes
• Theatrical Release Date: 2007

Customer Reviews

Reviewed on 2008-06-23 The best DVD series about SPACE so far The information is up-to-date and interesting. The computer graphics are amazing. They makes me understanding the subject easier than reading the book. One computer graphic is indeed worth a thousand words and 2d pictures! I gave it only 4 stars because of the 2 reasons listed below. 1. No English subtitles/caption except on disk 1. This is bad because there are many scientific terms that I don't know. I can't search for them on the Internet because I can't spell them. 2. At least there is one location where the information is complete. I'm going to get more details about this and update it later.

Reviewed on 2008-06-22 Great, except it's letterboxed. Fantastic series, but if you have an HDTV, like many of us do now, your in for a disappointment. This set is presented in a letterboxed format which means on an HDTV, there are going to be thick black bars framing the image, not just that the top and bottom of the screen, but all the way around. I don't know what the distributer is thinking, this should have been presented in a widescreen 16:9 aspect ratio. I hope they correct this on season two.

Reviewed on 2008-06-02 Amazing! Anyone who is interested in the universe, space or astrology should definately buy this. Who would of thought that we are so small in this gigantic space we call the universe!

Reviewed on 2008-05-24 The Universe - The Complete Season One Wanted to Know Before Purchasing Product: On the Amazon Web site it says that the audio is English and Spanish. I have received the video and there is no Spanish Audio. Otherwise the series is spectacular.

Reviewed on 2008-05-12 Excellent graphics and current/ up-to-date information This series is a bargain for the great information provided. Entertaining and educational, "The Universe: Season One", is an earth science teacher's best way to show the latest CGI effects of the most up-to-date information regarding our observations and inferences of outer space.

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