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NOVA scienceNOW

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NOVA scienceNOW is a News magazine version of the long-running and venerable PBS science program Nova. Premiering on January 25, 2005, the series was originally hosted by Robert Krulwich, who described it as an experiment in coverage of…

DirectorsJoshua Seftel·Terri Randall
ProducerPaula S. Apsell

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PBS America Amazon ChannelPBS America Amazon ChannelPluto TVPluto TV
Availability shown for United Kingdom · rights vary by country

Seasons & Episodes

E1
What Makes Us Human?
Oct 10, 2012
E2
Can Science Stop Crime?
Oct 17, 2012
E3
How Smart Can We Get?
Oct 24, 2012
E4
Can I Eat That?
Oct 31, 2012
E5
What Are Animals Thinking?
Nov 7, 2012
E6
What Will the Future Be Like?
Nov 14, 2012

Cast · Directed by Joshua Seftel

DPDavid Pogue
David Pogue
Host
ZT
Ziya Tong
Self (Correspondent)
PS
Peter Standring
Self (Correspondent)
CC
Chad Cohen
Self (Correspondent)

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NOVA scienceNOW — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams NOVA scienceNOW?

NOVA scienceNOW is streaming on PBS America and Pluto TV in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is NOVA scienceNOW on Netflix?

No, NOVA scienceNOW is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of September 2026. It's currently on PBS America and Pluto TV.

Is NOVA scienceNOW on Amazon Prime Video?

No, NOVA scienceNOW isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United Kingdom right now. It's on PBS America and Pluto TV instead.

Where can I watch NOVA scienceNOW for free?

NOVA scienceNOW is available to stream free (with ads) on Pluto TV in United Kingdom.

How many seasons are in NOVA scienceNOW?

NOVA scienceNOW has 6 seasons in total (40 episodes). The series concluded in 2012.

Are all episodes of NOVA scienceNOW out yet?

Yes — all 40 episodes across 6 seasons of NOVA scienceNOW are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 7 of NOVA scienceNOW?

No — NOVA scienceNOW ended after 6 seasons, so there is no Season 7.