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NOVA

NOVA

1974Returning SeriesNext: Feb 25 9pm ET53 Seasons1017 Episodes7.0TMDB
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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 9 · Episode 4

The Hunt for the Legion Killer

Aired Jan 31, 1982at 9PM·55m

One of the biggest investigations in medical history began when a mysterious killer disease broke out during independence celebrations in Philadelphia in 1976: Legionnaires' disease. NOVA traces the search for a cause and cure—a search bedeviled by false trails, accusations of incompetence and cover-up, and increasing urgency as the death toll mounted.

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When did NOVA Season 9 Episode 4 air?

NOVA Season 9 Episode 4 aired on January 31, 1982 at 9 PM ET.

How long is NOVA Season 9 Episode 4?

This episode runs for approximately 55 minutes.

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