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Prophets of Science Fiction

TV-PG
2011–2012·Ended·1 Seasons·8 Episodes·45 min·Science Channel·Wednesday · 22:00
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USA
English · Kids
KIDS
Documentary

Overview

The series covers the life and work of leading science fiction authors of the last couple of centuries. It depicts how they predicted and, accordingly, influenced the development of scientific advancements by inspiring many readers to assist in transforming those futuristic visions into everyday reality.

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Cast

Paul Darrow
Paul Darrow
Himself
Ridley Scott
Ridley Scott
Himself - Presenter
Jonathan Adams
Jonathan Adams
Self - Narrator (voice)

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Keywords

scientific researchhistorysci-fi writer

Seasons

Season 18 episodes
2011
1
Mary Shelley
2011-11-09
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2
Philip K. Dick
2011-11-16
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3
H.G. Wells
2011-11-23
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4
Arthur C. Clarke
2011-11-30
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5
Isaac Asimov
2012-02-01
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6
Jules Verne
2012-02-08
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7
Robert Heinlein
2012-02-15
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8
George Lucas
2012-02-22
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Added: 5/14/2026Updated: 6/3/2026