NOVA
On PBS
A long-running, accessible science documentary series that balances intellectual rigor with inspirational storytelling about discovery and the people who pursue it.
PBS' premier science series helps viewers of all ages explore the science behind the headlines. Along the way, NOVA demystifies science and technology, and highlights the people involved in scientific pursuits.
Genres
Where to watch
- StreamYouTube TV, PBS, PBS America Amazon Channel, PBS Documentaries Amazon Channel
- FreeHoopla, PBS
- BuyApple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Amazon Video, Fandango At Home
Questions people ask
Is NOVA easy watching? Yes. More comforting than 86% of series.
Is NOVA sad? Barely. Less sad than 80% of series.
Is NOVA scary? Barely. Less frightening than 76% of series.
Is NOVA violent? Barely. Less violent than 75% of series.
Does NOVA leave you hopeful? Somewhat. More hopeful than 69% of series.
These describe how the series comes across across its whole run, compared with other well-known series. They are not a content list — nothing here was counted or checked episode by episode, so for age-suitability or specific content use a classification board or a dedicated content-warning service.
Cinnamon Score
How much this series gives you that nothing else will, and whether it delivers.
Familiar shape, done well.
How unlike any other series this one feels
How much more it delivers than it promises
How much audiences actually like it
Ensemble
Everything like NOVA, and what each one shares →
Like NOVA
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as NOVA
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like NOVA, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like NOVA, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like NOVA, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
