400 Years of the Telescope
2009, English. Directed by Kris Koenig.
A journey of science, technology, and thought.
A documentary chronicling the history of the telescope from the time of Galileo. Featuring interviews with leading scientists discussing Galileo's first use of the telescope to the latest discoveries in cosmology.
- Runtime
- 0h 56m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- G
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400 Years of the Telescope is streaming on PBS Documentaries in India.
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- Released
- 6 January 2009
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Donald Goldsmith, Albert van Helden, Kris Koenig
- Budget
- $1.2M
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How long is 400 Years of the Telescope?
400 Years of the Telescope runs 56 minutes (0h 56m).
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400 Years of the Telescope parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
400 Years of the Telescope is rated G in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is 400 Years of the Telescope on?
400 Years of the Telescope is streaming on PBS Documentaries in India. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like 400 Years of the Telescope?
If you liked 400 Years of the Telescope, try Unknown: Cosmic Time Machine, National Geographic: Journey to the Edge of the Universe, A Trip to Infinity.
Who directed 400 Years of the Telescope?
400 Years of the Telescope (2009) was directed by Kris Koenig and stars Neil deGrasse Tyson, Lawrence Krauss, Wendy Freedman.