Catastrophe (2008)

Documentary

This spectacular five-part series, presented by Tony Robinson, investigates the history of natural disasters, from the planet's beginnings to the present, putting a new perspective on our existence – that we are the product of catastrophe. Using the latest CGI effects and featuring scientific experts, the series reveals how the evolution of life on Earth has been shaped by lethal catastrophes that have caused mass extinctions, almost to the point of wiping out life altogether.

First Air Date: November 24, 2008
Seasons: 1
Episodes: 5
Rating: 8.0/10 (4 votes)

Cast: Tony Robinson

Network: Channel 4

Seasons

Season 1

5 episodes

2008

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Catastrophe

Catastrophe

Catastrophe

60 min

1 seasons

This spectacular five-part series, presented by Tony Robinson, investigates the history of natural disasters, from the planet's beginnings to the present, putting a new perspective on our existence – that we are the product of catastrophe. Using the latest CGI effects and featuring scientific experts, the series reveals how the evolution of life on Earth has been shaped by lethal catastrophes that have caused mass extinctions, almost to the point of wiping out life altogether.

60 min

This spectacular five-part series, presented by Tony Robinson, investigates the history of natural disasters, from the planet's beginnings to the present, putting a new perspective on our existence – that we are the product of catastrophe. Using the latest CGI effects and featuring scientific experts, the series reveals how the evolution of life on Earth has been shaped by lethal catastrophes that have caused mass extinctions, almost to the point of wiping out life altogether.

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StatusEnded

TypeDocumentary

First Aired11/24/2008

Last Aired12/22/2008

Seasons1

Episodes5

LanguageEnglish

CountryUnited Kingdom

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1

Seasons

5

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2008

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Catastrophe about?▾

This spectacular five-part series, presented by Tony Robinson, investigates the history of natural disasters, from the planet's beginnings to the present, putting a new perspective on our existence – …

How many seasons does Catastrophe have?▾

1

How many episodes does Catastrophe have?▾

5

Is Catastrophe still running?▾

No, it ended in 2008.

When did Catastrophe first air?▾

November 24, 2008

Who stars in Catastrophe?▾

Tony Robinson

What genre is Catastrophe?▾

Documentary