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Prophets of Science Fiction


Prophets of Science Fiction
Ridley Scott, the visionary mind behind iconic works of science fiction including "Blade Runner" and the "Alien" franchise, and epic adventures such as "Gladiator", brings his unique expertise to Science Channel for the project, Prophets of Science Fiction . The network today announced the greenlight of the eight-episode series that will profile great minds of science fiction who later inspired "science fact." Prophets of Science Fiction explores legendary figures; including Isaac Asimov, Gene Roddenberry and George Lucas, and examines how their work often inspired future discoveries decades before they took place. The series, which will premiere in the second half of 2011, will engage audiences in a dynamic, hyper-stylized way that has never been seen before on television. Viewers will be taken on a tour of what was - and what will be - through the eyes of the ingenious authors, illustrators, filmmakers, and scientists who became Prophets of Science Fiction .

Genre: Documentary, Science-Fiction

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  • Watch Prophets of Science Fiction Season 1

    • Episode 8

      8. George Lucas

      aired: Wed, Mar 7, 2012

      From the light sabre to the Death Star, Star Wars is one of the defining science fiction works of the later 20th century. George Lucas' imagination has inspired generations of scientists and engineers to push the envelope of technology.

    • Episode 7

      7. Robert Heinlein

      aired: Wed, Feb 29, 2012

      Sci-fi legend Robert Heinlein is a walking contradiction. His stories address themes of patriotism but also sexual liberation and man's inability to cooperate. Heinlein's Starship Troopers and Stranger in a Strange Land continue to ask "what is freedom?".

    • Episode 6

      6. Jules Verne

      aired: Wed, Feb 22, 2012

      Jules Verne is the ultimate futurist, with a legacy of sci-fi adventure stories predicting everything from fuel cell technology to viral advertising. The extraordinary voyages of Jules Verne span from the center of the Earth to the surface of the Moon.

    • Episode 5

      5. Isaac Asimov

      aired: Wed, Feb 15, 2012

      Isaac Asimov dreamed of a better future where robots can do mankind's dirty work. His I, Robot stories led to the creation of real-life industrial robots--and inspired generations to embrace the science and technology of a robo-friendly world.

    • Episode 4

      4. Arthur C. Clarke

      aired: Wed, Nov 30, 2011

      Some sci-fi storytellers are content to predict - but Arthur C. Clarke creates. His collaboration with Stanley Kubrick on 2001 predicted videophones, iPads, and commercial spaceflight. His sci-fi legacy inspires us to unveil the mysteries of the universe.

    • Episode 3

      3. H. G. Wells

      aired: Wed, Nov 23, 2011

      With stories like The Time Machine and The War of the Worlds, H.G. Wells established himself as a sci-fi writer of almost clairvoyant talent. But these tales of hi-tech adventure hold an ominous warning - beware the dark side of progress.

    • Episode 2

      2. Philip K. Dick

      aired: Wed, Nov 16, 2011

      Philip K. Dick lived a life straight from the pages of his mind-bending sci-fi stories. His writing inspired Blade Runner and influenced the development of robotics and law enforcement. The troubled sci-fi legend questioned the definition of reality.

    • Episode 1

      1. Mary Shelley

      aired: Wed, Nov 9, 2011

      Mary Shelley set out to create a monster--along the way she created a masterpiece. In 1816, she begins stitching together a patchwork of legend, technology, and personal tragedy- giving life to her novel, Frankenstein - and the genre of science fiction.