Season 1

Adam Rutherford tells the story of the biological cell. He explores how centuries of scientific and religious dogma were overturned by the discovery of the cell.

Adam Rutherford explores how scientists delved deeper into the world of the cell, seeking to reveal the magic ingredient that can bring chemicals into life.

Adam Rutherford reveals how scientists are close to repeating what has happened only once in four billion years - the creation of a new life form.