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Contact
Movie

Contact(1997)

7.5
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PG
150Minutes

Dr. Ellie Arroway, a brilliant astrophysicist, finds conclusive radio proof of extraterrestrial intelligence. With the help of a billionaire investor, she deciphers a message and builds a transport machine. However, the machine is destroyed during a test run by a religious zealot. Ellie is given another chance and travels through wormholes to a distant planet, encountering an alien who takes the form of her deceased father. She learns that humanity is not alone in the universe and returns home with the knowledge that mankind will continue to explore and evolve.

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Don't Look Up
Movie

Don't Look Up(2021)

7.2
R
138Minutes

Two low-level astronomers, Kate and Randall, discover an unidentified comet on a collision course with Earth. Despite their efforts to warn the world, they face apathy and denial. Eventually, the news spreads, and a plan to divert the comet is announced. However, it is revealed that the comet contains valuable resources, leading to a divide among people. As the comet approaches, the characters face personal struggles and ultimately, the comet hits, causing mass destruction. In the end, the survivors find themselves on an alien planet.

Deep Impact
Movie

Deep Impact(1998)

6.3
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PG_13
121Minutes
Cosmos: A Personal Voyage
Tv Show

Cosmos: A Personal Voyage (1980)

9.3
TV_PG
The Astronomers
Tv Show

The Astronomers (1991)

9

This series explores the lives and work of noted modern-day astronomers, taking the viewer into the farthest reaches of outer space in search of black holes, quasars, dark matter, gravity waves, stars and evidence of planets outside our solar system. Intriguing celestial phenomena are examined from the perspectives of the experts: the men and women that are uncovering the secrets of the cosmos. Further, the series focuses not only on professional achievements, but on the scientists' personal lives as well.

Supernova
Tv Show

Supernova (2006)

7.4

Supernova is a British comedy series produced by Hartswood Films and jointly commissioned by the BBC in the UK and UKTV in Australia. It follows Dr Paul Hamilton, a Welsh astronomer, who leaves a dull academic post and unloved girlfriend for a new job at the Royal Australian Observatory, deep in the Australian outback. The comedy centres around his difficulties adjusting to life in the outback and his eccentric fellow astronomers. The first series was released in the United Kingdom and Australia in October 2005 and consisted of six 30-minute episodes. The second series began airing on 3 August 2006 in the UK. The exterior scenes were shot at Broken Hill in New South Wales, Australia. The observatory itself is a CGI creation, according to the DVD commentary, and only a partial doorway was constructed on site for filming purposes.

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Clara
Movie

Clara(2018)

6.7
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NR
106Minutes

Clara, an astronomer, embarks on a search for signs of intelligent life in the universe. As she explores the cosmos, she reflects on the question of whether we are alone in the universe and delves into the mysteries of astrophysics and the possibility of extraterrestrial life.

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1001 Nights
Movie

1001 Nights(1990)

5.4
98Minutes

When a female protagonist falls off a boat and mysteriously finds herself in the era of Arabian mythology, she embarks on a thrilling journey filled with magic, time travel, and encounters with enchanting characters. Along the way, she must navigate treacherous situations and face challenges to protect her loved ones and unravel the secrets of the ancient tales of '1001 Nights.'

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It Came from Outer Space
Movie

It Came from Outer Space(1953)

6.5
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81Minutes
When Worlds Collide
Movie

When Worlds Collide(1951)

6.6
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G
83Minutes

Explore a collection of captivating movies and TV shows that revolve around the intriguing theme of astronomers. Embark on celestial adventures, witness groundbreaking discoveries, and delve into the mysterious world of stars and galaxies. Discover the wonders of the universe through these remarkable stories.

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