Weird Wonders

Weird Wonders

BBC America Ended

1 Season · 6 Episodes · Premiered April 26, 2016 · Ended May 31, 2016

How has the sun changed the landscape of classical music? What do goats and spiders have in common? Could spider's silk help us develop bulletproof skin? Weird Wonders is a fascinating journey to discover the answers to some of the strangest questions on the planet. Don't miss the series premiere on Tuesday, April 26 at 9/8c on BBC America. With the help of leading scientists, engaging contributors and stunning experiments, this Weird Wonders opens up the secrets behind bizarre science, animal oddities, crazy weather, medical marvels and remarkable natural phenomena. A captivating blend of slick visuals, remarkable witness videos, specialist camera techniques and stunning natural history archive, each episode is driven by an overarching thread that will seamlessly take the viewer from one fascinating story to another. From monkey first aid to a man whose sight was repaired by his tooth, Weird Wonders takes viewers on a surprising, intriguing and fascinating journey through all things weird.

Where to Watch: BBC America

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Seasons & Episodes

Season 1

6 episodes
E01
Episode 1
Wed, Apr 27 2016 1:00 AM GMT+0000 60 min
A discussion on goblin's gold; Spain is under attack from space balls; prehistoric lions could be brought back from the dead.
E02
Episode 2
Wed, May 4 2016 1:00 AM GMT+0000 60 min
A case of a mystery stinger occurs in Australia; a scientist is poisoned during a jungle expedition; goats are flying in Utah.
E03
Episode 3
Wed, May 11 2016 1:00 AM GMT+0000 60 min
Find out why a much-loved dolphin has started breaking people's bones, and why a caterpillar wears a hat made out of its own spare heads.
E04
Episode 4
Wed, May 18 2016 3:00 AM GMT+0000 60 min
Discover the science behind the puzzle of strange balls of worms on a road, and how an Australian town became plagued by giant bats.
E05
Episode 5
Wed, May 25 2016 3:00 AM GMT+0000 60 min
Revealing a prehistoric fish that almost destroyed an entire fishing industry, and a foray into freak weather reveals why a monster wave shocked swimmers in Sydney.
E06
Episode 6
Wed, Jun 1 2016 3:00 AM GMT+0000 60 min
Featuring a deep sea blob spotted in the Gulf of Mexico that mystified oil rig workers and the washed up remains of a gargantuan creature that baffled scientists for decades.

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Chris Packham
Chris Packham as Host

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