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Wonders of the Solar System

8.120101 seasonTV-GTV SeriesDocumentary

In this spellbinding series, Professor Brian Cox visits the most extreme locations on Earth to explain how the laws of physics carved natural wonders across the solar system.

DirectorsChris Holt·Gideon Bradshaw
WritersChris Holt·Michael Lachmann
ProducersAndrew Cohen·Danielle Peck

Where to watch

BBC Earth Amazon ChannelBBC Earth Amazon Channel
Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Seasons & Episodes

E1
Empire of the Sun
Mar 7, 2010 8.0
E2
Order Out of Chaos
Mar 14, 2010 8.0
E3
The Thin Blue Line
Mar 21, 2010 8.0
E4
Dead or Alive
Mar 28, 2010 7.5
E5
Aliens
Apr 4, 2010 8.0

Cast · Directed by Chris Holt

BCBrian Cox
Brian Cox
Self - Presenter

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Wonders of the Solar System — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Wonders of the Solar System?

Wonders of the Solar System is streaming on BBC Earth in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Wonders of the Solar System on Netflix?

No, Wonders of the Solar System is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026. It's currently on BBC Earth.

Is Wonders of the Solar System on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Wonders of the Solar System isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on BBC Earth instead.

Where can I watch Wonders of the Solar System for free?

Wonders of the Solar System is available on BBC Earth in Canada, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

How many seasons are in Wonders of the Solar System?

Wonders of the Solar System has 1 season in total (5 episodes). The series concluded in 2010.

Are all episodes of Wonders of the Solar System out yet?

Yes — all 5 episodes across 1 season of Wonders of the Solar System are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 2 of Wonders of the Solar System?

No — Wonders of the Solar System ended after 1 season, so there is no Season 2.