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NOVA

NOVA

1974Returning SeriesNext: Feb 25 9pm ET53 Seasons1017 Episodes7.0TMDB
PBS

PBS' premier science series helps viewers of all ages explore the science behind the headlines. Along the way, NOVA demystifies science and technology, and highlights the people involved in scientific pursuits.

Season 5 · Episode 9

The Case of the Ancient Astronauts

Aired Mar 8, 1978at 9PM·55m

NOVA investigates the theories of von Daniken and others that the Earth has been visited by intelligent beings from outer space. Among claims examined are: that the building techniques used in the Great Pyramid of Cheops are so advanced that only an extraterrestrial intelligence could have built it; and that the engraved stones of Palenque in Mexico depict an ancient astronaut at the controls of a space rocket.

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When did NOVA Season 5 Episode 9 air?

NOVA Season 5 Episode 9 aired on March 8, 1978 at 9 PM ET.

How long is NOVA Season 5 Episode 9?

This episode runs for approximately 55 minutes.

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