How many seasons does NOVA have?

NOVA has 53 seasons and 1020 episodes.

Is NOVA renewed or canceled?

NOVA is currently returning. A premiere date has not been announced yet.

Where can I watch NOVA?

NOVA is available on PBS. You can stream it on YouTube TV, PBS, PBS America Amazon Channel, PBS Documentaries Amazon Channel.

NOVA

Name: NOVA
Genre: Documentary
Released: 1974-03-03
Rating: 7

RETURNING53 Seasons1020 Episodes★ 7.0

NetworkPBS

First AiredMar 3, 1974

Last AiredApr 29, 2026

GenreDocumentary

Runtime55 min

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.

RENEWED

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Seasons & Episodes53 seasons · 1020 episodes

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E1Asteroids: Spark of Life?

Jan 21, 202654m

What if asteroids, long feared as destroyers of life, were key to our existence? Explore a revolutionary theory that these violent collisions provided the essential ingredients – water, minerals, and energy – needed to jumpstart life on Earth.

E2Angkor: Hidden Jungle Empire

Jan 28, 202654m

Deep in the Cambodian jungle lie the ruins of Angkor, a marvel of urban engineering and seat of the once-mighty Khmer Empire. New discoveries are revealing how this ancient metropolis was built – and what likely led to its devastating collapse.

E3Can Dogs Talk?

Feb 4, 202654m

Can dogs understand what we say—and talk back? Witness amazing moments from a major experiment, as thousands of dogs use speech buttons. Pet owners are convinced, but are our furry friends really communicating their thoughts and desires with us?

E4Mammal Origins

Feb 11, 202654m

The surprising story of mammal evolution begins long before the age of dinosaurs. Witness how some of our prehistoric mammal relatives survived global catastrophes, defying extinction and evolving into the vast array of mammals we know today – including us.

E7Rain Bombs

Apr 22, 202654m

An invisible force is causing chaos around the globe. Follow scientists racing to understand the catastrophic "rain bombs" that are sinking ships and downing planes. Can they learn to predict these devastating weather events and save lives?

E5Stone Age Temple Mystery

Feb 25, 202654m

Surprising evidence at the world's oldest temple overturns our understanding of human history. The latest excavations at the 12,000 year-old Göbekli Tepe in Turkey are making archaeologists rethink the roots of civilization.

E6Return to the Moon

Apr 15, 202654m

A half-century after Apollo, the Artemis missions aim to bring astronauts back to the Moon and establish a lunar space station. Follow the Artemis II engineers and crew on the perilous 10-day journey to orbit the Moon.

E8Athens: Birth of Democracy

Apr 29, 202654m

Follow archaeological investigations into the dramatic origins of democracy in Greece 2,500 years ago. Mass graves and ancient ruins where tyrants were murdered shine new light on the birth of a revolutionary form of government.

About NOVA

NOVA is a documentary series on PBS. The show first aired on Mar 3, 1974 and currently has 53 seasons and 1020 episodes. NOVA has been renewed and is returning for more episodes. It has a rating of 7.0/10 based on 139 votes.