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The Best Episodes of The Code Season 1

Every episode of The Code Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of The Code Season 1!

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Solve The Code and find a real-life treasure! The Code is a three-part TV series about maths in the world around us, presented by Marcus du Sautoy. Why do bees make hexagonal honeycomb? Who is

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    The Code Season 1 Episode 1 - Numbers
    7.1/10(107 votes)

    #1 - Numbers

    S1:E1

    What do the proportions of Chartres Cathedral share with the life cycle of the cicada, with how we hear sound, and with the intricately designed nautilus shell? Du Sautoy investigates their sacred numbers and the power of pi.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. The Code Season 1 Episode 2 - Shapes
    8.0/10(85 votes)

    #2 - Shapes

    S1:E2

    During his trip to the Giant's Causeway in Northern Ireland, Professor du Sautoy finds a fundamental truth about the universe written into the rocks. A hidden geometric force underpins all nature, from the structure of honeycombs to Pixar movies.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. The Code Season 1 Episode 3 - Prediction
    8.0/10(76 votes)

    #3 - Prediction

    S1:E3

    While so much of life appears random, Du Sautoy shows how it is really governed by the code of chaos, in which small variations can cause vastly different outcomes, often referred to as the "butterfly effect."

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Numbers" is the best rated episode of "The Code" season 1. It scored 7.1/10 based on 107 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 7/27/2011. This episode is rated 0.9 points higher than the second-best, "Shapes".