MARS

MARS (2016-2018)

EndedScripted showDrama, Science-Fiction

The year is 2033, and humanity's first crewed mission to Mars is about to become a reality. As a clock counts down the final 90 seconds to landing, an expert crew of astronauts endures the final harrowing moments before touching down on the red planet. Even with the best training and resources available, the maiden crew of the Daedalus spacecraft must push itself to the brink of human capability in order to successfully establish the first sustainable colony on Mars. Set both in the future and in the present day, the global miniseries event MARS blends feature film-caliber scripted elements set in the future with documentary vérité interviews with today's best and brightest minds in modern science and innovation, illuminating how research and development is creating the space technology that will enable our first attempt at a mission to Mars.

Networks
Scheduleevery Sunday at 20:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S02E06The Shakeupdéc. 16, 2018
S02E05Power Playdéc. 9, 2018
S02E04Contagiondéc. 2, 2018
S02E03Darkness Fallsnov. 25, 2018
S02E02Worlds Apartnov. 18, 2018
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'MARS' premiere?

'MARS' premiered on November 14, 2016.

What is the show 'MARS' about?

'MARS' is a docudrama TV series that follows the first human mission to Mars in the year 2033.

How many episodes are there in season 1 of 'MARS'?

Season 1 of 'MARS' has 6 episodes.

Who are the main actors in 'MARS'?

The show 'MARS' features a mix of scripted drama and interviews with present-day scientists and innovators, so there is no clear main cast or actors.

Who directed 'MARS'?

Ron Howard directed 'MARS.'

Which company produced 'MARS'?

'MARS' was produced by Imagine Entertainment and RadicalMedia.

How was the show 'MARS' filmed?

'MARS' was filmed in a unique way, combining scripted drama with real-life interviews and documentary footage to create a hybrid docudrama series.

Who were the advisers and experts that worked on 'MARS'?

The team behind 'MARS' worked with a number of advisers and experts, including astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson and space policy expert Mary Lynne Dittmar.

What was the budget for 'MARS'?

There is no official information available on the budget for 'MARS.'

What is the inspiration behind the show 'MARS'?

'MARS' was inspired by the book 'How We'll Live on Mars' by Stephen Petranek.

Is the show 'MARS' suitable for children to watch?

The show 'MARS' contains some mature content and intense scenes, so parental guidance is recommended for children under the age of 14.

What is the audience reception of 'MARS'?

'MARS' has received positive reviews from audiences and critics alike for its unique blend of scripted and non-scripted content, and its realistic portrayal of space exploration.

Cast

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Characters

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Also known as

  • Mars – Utunk a vörös bolygóra (Hungary)
  • Mars - Utunk a vörös bolygóra (Hungary)
  • Марс (Russian Federation)

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