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The Sky at Night

The Sky at Night

1957Returning Series69 Seasons846 Episodes8.3TMDB
BBC Four

Your monthly journey through the fascinating world of space and astronomy with the latest thinking on what's out there in space and what you can see in the night sky.

Season 40 Episodes

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Episode 4: March Comet

Mar 24, 1996

Comet Hyakutake should be visible in the evenings at the end of the month. With Patrick Moore.

Episode 8: Hydrogen Hunters

Jun 24, 1996

Dr Alan Wright joins Patrick Moore to explain the purpose of a survey into the most plentiful substance in the universe.

Episode 10: Cool Stars Matter

Aug 19, 1996

Iras (the Infrared Astronomical Satellite), which operated for much of 1983, provided a great deal of information on aspects such as the presence of cool, possibly planet forming, material around stars like Vega. Iso (the Infrared Space Observatory) is now performing well. Dr Helen Walker of Rutherford-Appleton Laboratory joins Patrick Moore to give the latest news on the probe.

Episode 12: Star Remains

Oct 14, 1996

Dr Chris Kitchin of the University of Hertfordshire Observatory and Patrick Moore discuss supernovas.

Season 40 FAQ

Quick answers about this season's release timeline and episode lineup.

When did The Sky at Night Season 40 premiere?

The Sky at Night Season 40 premiered on January 8, 1996.

How many episodes are in The Sky at Night Season 40?

The Sky at Night Season 40 has 14 episodes.

What is the first episode of The Sky at Night Season 40?

The season opens with Season 40 Episode 1, "The Night Sky in Winter". It aired on January 8, 1996.

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