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Series Details: Nova

Nova

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PBS' premier science series helps viewers of all ages explore the science behind the headlines. Along the way, NOVA programs demystify science and technology and highlight the people involved in scientific pursuits.


Upcoming Episodes

The Planets: Mars (Episode #4613)
  • Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 9:30 PM ET / 8:30 PM CT on WFSU
  • Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 2:30 AM ET / 1:30 AM CT on WFSU
  • Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 4:00 PM ET / 3:00 PM CT on WFSU
  • Monday, March 9, 2026 at 3:00 PM ET / 2:00 PM CT on WFSU
The Planets: Jupiter (Episode #4614)
  • Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 9:30 PM ET / 8:30 PM CT on WFSU
  • Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 2:30 AM ET / 1:30 AM CT on WFSU
Why Ships Crash (Episode #4909)
  • Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 4:00 PM ET / 3:00 PM CT on WFSU
Pompeii's Secret Underworld (Episode #5205)
  • Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 9:00 PM ET / 8:00 PM CT on WFSU
  • Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 1:00 AM ET / 12:00 AM CT on WFSU
  • Friday, March 20, 2026 at 5:00 AM ET / 4:00 AM CT on WFSU
  • Monday, March 23, 2026 at 3:00 PM ET / 2:00 PM CT on WFSU
Baltimore Bridge Collapse (Episode #5206)
  • Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 10:00 PM ET / 9:00 PM CT on WFSU
  • Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 3:00 AM ET / 2:00 AM CT on WFSU
  • Friday, March 27, 2026 at 5:00 AM ET / 4:00 AM CT on WFSU
  • Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 4:00 PM ET / 3:00 PM CT on WFSU
  • Monday, March 30, 2026 at 3:00 PM ET / 2:00 PM CT on WFSU
Stone Age Temple Mystery (Episode #5306)
  • Monday, March 2, 2026 at 3:00 PM ET / 2:00 PM CT on WFSU