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Cosmos: A Spacetime Odyssey

  • TV Mini Series
  • 2014
  • TV-PG
  • 45m
IMDb RATING
9.2/10
139K
YOUR RATING
POPULARITY
967
40
Cosmos: A Spacetime Odyssey (2014)
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An exploration of our discovery of the laws of nature and coordinates in space and time.An exploration of our discovery of the laws of nature and coordinates in space and time.An exploration of our discovery of the laws of nature and coordinates in space and time.

  • Stars
    • Neil deGrasse Tyson
    • Carl Sagan
    • Christopher Emerson
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    9.2/10
    139K
    YOUR RATING
    POPULARITY
    967
    40
    • Stars
      • Neil deGrasse Tyson
      • Carl Sagan
      • Christopher Emerson
    • 210User reviews
    • 12Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • Top rated TV #10
    • Won 4 Primetime Emmys
      • 17 wins & 23 nominations total

    Episodes13

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    Cosmos: A Spacetime Odyssey: A New Species
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    Cosmos: A Spacetime Odyssey: A New Species
    Cosmos: A Spacetime Odyssey: The Big Bang
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    Cosmos: A Spacetime Odyssey: The Big Bang
    Cosmos: A Spacetime Odyssey: The Big Bang
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    Cosmos: A Spacetime Odyssey: The Big Bang
    Comic-Con Trailer
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    Cosmos: Season 3
    Trailer 2:09
    Cosmos: Season 3
    Cosmos: A Spacetime Odyssey: Sisters Of The Sun
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    Cosmos: A Spacetime Odyssey: Sisters Of The Sun
    Cosmos: A Spacetime Odyssey: Season 2
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    Cosmos: A Spacetime Odyssey: Season 2

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    Neil deGrasse Tyson
    Neil deGrasse Tyson
    • Self - Host
    • 2014
    Carl Sagan
    Carl Sagan
    • Self
    • 2014
    Christopher Emerson
    • Acolyte
    • 2014
    Keythe Farley
    • Self
    • 2014
    Piotr Michael
    Piotr Michael
    • Edmund Muskie…
    • 2014
    Enn Reitel
    Enn Reitel
    • Henry Norris Russell
    • 2014
    Stoney Emshwiller
    Stoney Emshwiller
    • Guard
    • 2014
    André Sogliuzzo
    André Sogliuzzo
    • Christopher Wren, Weichelberger
    • 2014
    Amanda Seyfried
    Amanda Seyfried
    • Marie Tharp
    • 2014
    Kirsten Dunst
    Kirsten Dunst
    • Cecilia Payne
    • 2014
    Paul Sorvino
    Paul Sorvino
    • Augustin Mouchot
    • 2014
    Phil LaMarr
    Phil LaMarr
    • Self
    • 2014
    Larry Cedar
    Larry Cedar
    • Self
    • 2014
    Christiane Amanpour
    Christiane Amanpour
    • Enheduanna
    • 2014
    Seth MacFarlane
    Seth MacFarlane
    • Giordano Bruno
    • 2014
    Fred Tatasciore
    Fred Tatasciore
    • Democritus
    • 2014
    Martin Jarvis
    Martin Jarvis
    • Sir Humphry Davy
    • 2014
    Glenn Steinbaum
    • Bruce Heezen
    • 2014
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    Reviewers say 'Cosmos: A Spacetime Odyssey' is lauded for its breathtaking visuals, Neil deGrasse Tyson's captivating narration, and its ability to spark curiosity. Many value the updated science and historical insights. Yet, some feel it misses the original's poetic depth and note pacing issues, excessive CGI, and simplified content. Political biases are also criticized, though many still see it as an enriching educational journey.
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    10sckioskanderson

    Breathtaking and exciting...

    This was an absolute blast to watch! I was excited from the moment that I found out that Cosmos would be returning to TV. It was, and still is, one of the shows as a child that really made me feel an overwhelming awe about reality and life as we have come to understand it. I applaud Seth Macfarlane and the FOX Network for taking a chance, and bringing this amazing mini- series to a new generation. Also HUGE kudos to Neil Degrasse Tyson for really taking the reigns, and conveying such amazing topics in thought provoking narrative terms that my daughter, and all children, can now easily understand and enjoy immensely. I really thought that everyone involved handled these topics in an elegant way in which to minimize the offense that a few may try to find with these subjects in which scientific evidence can actually back up. Thank you, to everyone involved, for the beautiful and amazing masterpiece that is... Cosmos...
    10pvineet131

    Excited after watching the first episode

    Neil really takes the baton from Carl and does a fine job with the show. With Ann co-producing and Seth also involved, I can't wait for the rest of the episodes. All in all, 10/10 for the show. Bringing astronomy and science to everyone, Neil was the most apt person to do this. Tip: watch in 720p or higher only because the visuals are brilliant. They tried to take some elements from the 1980 Cosmos, which is noticeable. Also Seth's influence is noticeable, with a few animations. The music at times was suiting the mood, and felt modern. Seth said in an interview that he wanted to make a difference, and with this, he surely is.
    metallak

    Cosmos: 2014 - Thank You

    thank you Dr. Tyson for being a well informed scientist and presenting this series in the humble manner it started in way back in the 80's, where most humans could grasp the true meaning. the upgrade is certainly appreciated, and heartfelt in every way. there can be no doubt that the young and old will treasure your "Cosmos" series even more with wide eyed wonder and amazement.

    yours, and the entire support staff's hard work on this production has paid off, and will do so for quite some time.

    maybe forever. : )

    thanks again, Metallak
    10brighterside11

    A great narration into the vastness of the universe

    Absolutely blown away by Neil deGrasse Tyson's hosting of Cosmos. You can tell he enjoys telling the story of the Cosmos. What makes the Cosmos remake most exciting to me is that new theories such as the 'Multiverse' theory and new findings are inevitably making its way to the front-line of grand-audience explanations of the universe. Also, now that graphics technology is more advanced than it was years ago during the first Cosmos series, the illustrations are much more telling and mesmerizing; this helps the viewer to visually break down some complexities that Neil alludes to in some of his narrative discussion.

    I can't think of anyone better to narrate this story other than Neil. It's obvious he's passionate about this show. Neil's tribute to Carl was touching in explaining how Carl inspired 'just a 17 year old kid from the Bronx' to become one of the most influential scientists of our modern generation.

    I'm extremely excited for the rest of the series to evolve and use the previous Cosmos series formula as a sort of foundation to continue captivating and inspiring the audience. After viewing the first episode, it's evident that future episodes will not disappoint.
    10melinazahalka

    Absolutely cannot wait until the next episode.

    This was so much fun--and it is so amazing that Carl Sagan's wife, Seth McFarlane, and Tyson Degrasse from NOVA are all together on this! I love the idea of using animation to portray ancient people--it completely avoids the campy feel of actors in strange beards and so-so backgrounds. Genius, Family Guy guy. I love the perspective it gives you, by really squishing enormous concepts into feasible bits of knowledge. It's not so you'll impress your friends--its so that you watch, and understand why you are so amazed by the universe. The computer animation of some of one of the first creatures to walk on land looks pretty darn tootin' real, as well--something that I loved. No strange feelings that their feet were hovering above the sand as they were animated--this is high quality. Additionally, Tyson seems more personable, even more likable, and definitely watchable because of his knowledge and enthusiasm for the subject. This is worth the watch, a wonderful surprise, and I am super excited for episode two. It's getting me to the gym to watch it on the treadmill. :)

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    • Trivia
      Speaking on Nerdist podcast #489, Neil deGrasse Tyson said that "(the show will be airing) on Sunday night (March 9, 2014), in prime time after it had been promoted during the Super Bowl, FOX had the Super Bowl, after it had been promoted during the World Series in the bottom of the seventh inning in game three on Saturday night, and it is airing on one hundred seventy-one stations around the world in forty-five languages. Any one of those sentences is a mind-blow, the fact it is all happening together is a stunning statement that there is a recognition by forces that be that science deserves to be mainstreamed."
    • Crazy credits
      During the title sequence, the letters "C" and "S" of "COSMOS" appear briefly on their own in tribute to Carl Sagan.
    • Connections
      Featured in Troldspejlet: Episode #50.10 (2014)

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    • Release date
      • March 9, 2014 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
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    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Cosmos
    • Filming locations
      • Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA
    • Production companies
      • Cosmos Studios
      • Fuzzy Door Productions
      • National Geographic Channel
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      • 45m
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    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
    • Aspect ratio
      • 16:9 HD

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