Evacuate Earth

Evacuate Earth (2012)

EndedDocumentary showScience-Fiction

In a doomsday scenario, the race is on to escape annihilation.

If we had 75 years warning, would humankind be capable of evacuating the planet? This programme examines how you could flee your home habitat: from building a 25km-long spaceship capable of travelling trillions of kilometres to deciding which unlucky souls get left behind. Go with National Geographic Channel on a mission to Evacuate Earth.

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Scheduleevery Sunday (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E06Frozen EarthDec 2, 2012
S01E05Hell on EarthDec 2, 2012
S01E04Zombie EarthDec 2, 2012
S01E03Flooded EarthDec 2, 2012
S01E02Monster StormDec 2, 2012
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Evacuate Earth premiere?

Evacuate Earth premiered on June 16, 2012.

What is the basic premise of Evacuate Earth?

The show explores various ways in which humanity might attempt to save itself if Earth were on the verge of being destroyed.

Who developed Evacuate Earth?

The show was developed by NHNZ in collaboration with Discovery Channel.

How many episodes are in the first season of Evacuate Earth?

There is only one episode in the first season of Evacuate Earth.

What is the title of the first episode of Evacuate Earth?

The title of the first episode of Evacuate Earth is "Solar Storm".

In "Solar Storm", what disaster is threatening Earth?

The Earth is threatened by a powerful solar storm that could devastate the planet's infrastructure and wipe out most of humanity.

How does "Solar Storm" explore the possibility of humans evacuating Earth?

The episode showcases one option for evacuating Earth: constructing a massive spacecraft that could transport a select group of people to a new planet suitable for human life.

Who is featured in "Solar Storm" and what is their role?

"Solar Storm" features interviews with scientists, engineers, and astronauts who discuss the challenges and possibilities of leaving Earth.

What other potential disasters are explored in Evacuate Earth?

Other potential disasters explored in Evacuate Earth include asteroid strikes, supervolcano eruptions, and the arrival of an extraterrestrial threat.

What is the goal of Evacuate Earth?

The goal of the show is to inspire new ideas for how humanity could survive catastrophic events and ensure the continuation of our species.

Has Evacuate Earth been criticized?

Some have criticized the show for prioritizing sensationalism over real scientific possibilities.

What is the viewer response to Evacuate Earth?

The viewer response to Evacuate Earth has been mixed, with some finding it intriguing and thought-provoking, while others find it overly sensational.

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