NASA 50 Years of Space Exploration Poster

Synopsis

The story of America's courageous space explorers! Enjoy the epic story of NASA and American space exploration like never before! This exciting and comprehensive series takes you on the adventure of a lifetime, showcasing the most thrilling moments in U.S. space exploration, while also examining the heartbreaking events when tragedy struck our heroes.

First Air Date: 2003-01-01

Last Air Date: 2003-01-29

Number of Seasons: 1

Number of Episodes: 5

Created By: Larry Lewman

Seasons

Season 1 (2003)

No overview available for this season.

Episodes:

Ep. 1: Beginnings of the American Space Program (2003-01-01)

Explores the beginnings of the American space program, from the early Mercury flights to the breathtaking Moon landing on July 20, 1969.
Ep. 2: Apollo Missions (2003-01-08)

Traces the epic Apollo missions that transformed the space program, especially the courageous story of Apollo 13. Plus it's détente in space with the docking of Apollo and Soyuz!
Ep. 3: Skylab (2003-01-15)

Continues the adventure of a lifetime! This episode details the remarkable story of Skylab, while exploring the dramatic story of bold technological advances.
Ep. 4: Space Shuttle (2003-01-22)

Explores in stunning detail the tragic Challenger disaster and its aftermath - while affirming the triumph of the human spirit with a unique perspective on NASA's 25th Anniversary.
Ep. 5: Years to Come (2003-01-29)

The grand finale of this epic series, featuring fascinating behind the scenes stories that you'll enjoy for many years to come, from space stations to Columbia and beyond.