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The Beginning and End of the Universe

The Beginning and End of the Universe

Description: Professor Jim Al-Khalili looks at the biggest subject of all, the universe in its origin and potential endings.
Year Released: 2016
Number of episodes: 2
First episode air date: March 22, 2016
Presented By: Jim Al-Khalili
Network: BBC Four
Cast: Jim Al-Khalili
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