
TV series
Light and Dark
2016, English, on BBC Four.
Professor Jim Al-Khalili shows how, by uncovering its secrets, scientists have used light to reveal the universe.
- Seasons
- 1
- Episodes
- 2
- Episode length
- 60 min
- Status
- Ended in 2016
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Latest episode
S1 E2: Dark
Aired 17 October 2016
Seasons 1
Cast & crew
Details
- First aired
- 10 October 2016
- Last aired
- 17 October 2016
- Network
- BBC Four
- Language
- English
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- Miniseries
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Light and Dark: quick answers
Is Light and Dark worth watching?
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How many seasons of Light and Dark are there?
Light and Dark has 1 season and 2 episodes, about 60 minutes each.
Is Light and Dark finished?
Yes. Light and Dark ended in 2016, so you can watch the whole story.
Which OTT platform is Light and Dark on?
Light and Dark isn’t listed on any OTT platform in India yet. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
Light and Dark parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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What shows are like Light and Dark?
If you liked Light and Dark, try Universe, How the Universe Works, Mysteries at the Museum.
