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Once Upon a Time in Space
Documentary

Once Upon a Time in Space

The human story of space exploration using unique, unexpected archive, present-day footage and first-hand testimony from around the world. This series will connect the past with the present and examine what the consequences are for the future of humankind as we once again head into space.

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Status

Returning Series

Original Name

Once Upon a Time in Space

First Air Date

October 27, 2025

Last Air Date

November 17, 2025

Seasons

1

Episodes

4

Language

English

Production Companies

KEO FilmsThe Open University

Networks

BBC Two

Friends Forever
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Friends Forever

With astronauts from over 14 different countries sharing their experiences - and the same spectacular view of Earth - aboard the ISS, a special sense of belonging and connection develops for many aboard the ISS. With the Space Shuttle program finally closing down, America must pay the Russians for seats on their Soyuz rockets in order to send their astronauts to the ISS. But after Russia annexes Crimea in 2014, and then launches a full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022, serious questions are being asked about the morality of collaborating with Putin's Russia on any new space project, with the ISS journeying towards the end of its life.

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