Numb3rs follows a mathematics professor who uses his exceptional analytical skills to help the FBI solve complex and unsolvable crimes. With the help of his genius brother, they tackle cases by applying mathematical equations and patterns to uncover hidden information and catch criminals.
8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown is a comedic game show that features a panel of comedians and celebrities competing in various word and number games. It is a hilarious mash-up of a traditional game show and comedy, with plenty of laughs and clever jokes.
Square One Television is a comedic and educational TV show that focuses on teaching mathematics to tweens through sketches, sketches, and variety show segments.
Meet Peg, a curious and spunky preschooler, and her feline companion, Cat, who will rely on math "to tackle social and relationship issues and everyday problems like cleaning up a messy bedroom," Rotenberg says. Some of their dilemmas may be zany — like how to get 100 chickens back into their coop or how to feed a horde of hungry pirates with just one banana — but it's all solvable via mathematics and a zippy song.
Kyle XY follows the story of a teenage boy who wakes up in the middle of the forest with no memory of who he is or any knowledge of the outside world. He quickly realizes that he possesses extraordinary abilities and attempts to navigate through the challenges of his new life while uncovering the truth about his origins. Along the way, he becomes entangled in various mysteries and forms close relationships with those around him.
Freaks and Geeks is a comedy-drama TV show set in the early 1980s, portraying the lives of high school students in the fictional town of Chippewa, Michigan. The show focuses on the lives of the 'freaks' and 'geeks' who navigate through the social dynamics of high school, dealing with issues like rebellion, intelligence, and relationships.
Team Umizoomi is a preschool educational TV show that follows a sibling team, Milli, Geo, and their robot friend, Bot, as they use their math and problem-solving skills to help people in Umi City. With the help of their tool belts, they can transform into a superhero team and go on exciting adventures to solve math problems and save the day. Along the way, they encounter various shapes, patterns, and mathematical concepts, teaching young viewers about math in a fun and interactive way.
Manhunt is a TV show that depicts the true story of the Unabomber, a notorious serial killer who sent letter bombs to different locations in the United States. The show follows the FBI's relentless pursuit to capture him, and delves into the psychology of both the Unabomber and the FBI agent leading the investigation.
Learn how much fun counting can be with the Numberblocks - a fun-loving group of numbers who work together to solve problems big and small.
Will Hunting, a janitor at M.I.T., has a gift for mathematics but sabotages his own life due to self-loathing from an unhappy childhood. When he solves a difficult math problem, he is given the opportunity to study math and see a therapist. Through therapy, he confronts his past and learns to take control of his life. Meanwhile, he forms a relationship with a woman named Skylar and must decide whether to leave his old life behind and pursue a new future. With the support of his therapist and friends, Will embarks on a journey of personal growth and self-discovery.
Reign: The Conqueror (1997) is a surrealistic anime TV show that follows the story of Alexander the Great as he becomes a legendary warrior and takes over the world. With elements of allegory, shamanism, and philosophy, this show explores themes of passion, mathematics, homoeroticism, and Greek mythology. Set in a fictional war-torn Persia, the story delves into the city of Alexandria in Egypt and the role of the chosen one and the guardian goddess.
After Gaku Kitada, a talented mathematics scholar, suffers setbacks on his dream of becoming a mathematician, he meets Kai Asakura, a young but similarly talented chef, as he is running his own food business, and joins Kai in an attempt at something new.
During the early years of the U.S. space program, a team of female African-American mathematicians at NASA play a vital role in assisting with calculations and ensuring the success of space missions. They face racial segregation and gender discrimination, but their brilliance and determination ultimately help them overcome these obstacles and make significant contributions to the space program.
Dara Ó Briain: School of Hard Sums is a British comedy game show about the subject of mathematics and it is based on the Japanese show Comaneci University Mathematics. The programme is broadcast on Dave and is presented by Dara Ó Briain and starred Marcus du Sautoy. Each episode was themed and Ó Briain, along with a guest or guests, attempted to solve various conundrums set by du Sautoy. At the end of each episode, Ó Briain sets homework questions for viewers; the answers can be checked on the show's website.
Frank, a single man raising his child prodigy niece Mary, is drawn into a custody battle with his mother. Mary's exceptional intelligence and potential are threatened by the interference of her grandmother and the legal system. As Frank navigates the complexities of the courtroom, he must also confront his own insecurities and guilt. With the help of his loyal friend Roberta and the support of his lawyer, Frank fights to protect Mary's normalcy and ensure a bright future for her. Along the way, he discovers the true meaning of family and the lengths he is willing to go to keep it intact.
After accepting secret work in cryptography, brilliant mathematician John Nash's life turns into a nightmarish struggle with his own mind.
A light-hearted exploration of maths and science, presented by Johnny Ball.
Six complete strangers with widely varying personalities are involuntarily placed in an endless maze containing deadly traps. They must work together to navigate through the maze and find a way out, all while facing their own personal conflicts and suspicions. As they progress, they discover the true nature of the Cube and the challenges it presents. With the help of an autistic savant among them, they unravel the code of the Cube and make their way towards the exit. However, their journey is not without sacrifices and betrayals, leading to a shocking and dark ending.
The top 1% of students from five prestigious universities in Korea (Seoul National University, KAIST, Pohang University of Science and Technology, Yonsei University, Korea University) participate, and only utilize brain power (mental calculations, calculations, reasoning, games, memorization, etc.) without politics, betrayal, alliances, or deception.
Tyranny is an American drama and political thriller web series that premiered on March 11, 2010 on KoldCast TV. Written and directed by John Beck Hofmann, the series is centered on a man who, after volunteering for a neurological experiment at UC Berkeley in 1999, finds himself having visions of a troubling future and must understand what the visions mean before that future comes to pass. Hofmann has said that the movies Twelve Monkeys, The Game, Manchurian Candidate, and Kafka were influences on Tyranny.