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The Best Episodes of Universe

Every episode of Universe ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Universe!

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Professor Brian Cox journeys across the vastness of time and space revealing epic moments of sheer drama that changed the universe forever.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Universe Season 1 Episode 4 - Black Holes: Heart of Darkness
    8.5/10(98 votes)

    S1:E4

    Prof Brian Cox journeys into a supermassive black hole - a monster that can destroy worlds, stop time, and is forcing us to reassess our understanding of reality.

    Director:Tom Hewitson
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Universe Season 1 Episode 3 - The Milky Way: Island of Light
    8.2/10(99 votes)

    S1:E3

    A space mission discovers the dramatic history of the Milky Way. Professor Brian Cox reveals how our galaxy endured multiple collisions as rival galaxies fought for survival.

    Director:Kenny Scott
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Universe Season 1 Episode 5 - The Big Bang: Before the Dawn
    8.2/10(89 votes)

    S1:E5

    It’s the ultimate question: why are we here? Cutting-edge space missions take us back 13.8 billion years to the very beginning – the origin of the Universe.

    Director:Ashley Gething
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Universe Season 1 Episode 1 - The Sun: God Star
    7.9/10(155 votes)

    S1:E1

    Since the first star lit up the universe, they have been engines of creation. Professor Brian Cox reveals how, ultimately, stars brought life and meaning to the universe.

    Director:Ashley Gething
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Universe Season 1 Episode 2 - Alien Worlds: The Search for Second Earth
    7.9/10(118 votes)

    S1:E2

    Professor Brian Cox questions whether we are alone in the universe. There might be more planets than stars in our galaxy - but will we find a second Earth?

    Director:Suzy Boyles
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"Black Holes: Heart of Darkness" is the best rated episode of "Universe". It scored 8.5/10 based on 98 votes. Directed by Tom Hewitson and written by Unknown, it aired on 11/24/2021. This episode scored 0.3 points higher than the second highest rated, "The Milky Way: Island of Light".