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2018470 minTV-Gdocumentary

7.7/ 10(86 ratings)• TMDB

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One Strange Rock

2018470 minTV-Gdocumentary

7.7/ 10(86 ratings)• TMDB

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Astronauts Chris Hadfield and Mae Jemison share their perspectives on Earth's beauty and fragility, highlighting humanity's environmental impact from space.

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Nick Shoolingin-Jordan,

Alice Jones,

Nic Stacey

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Astronauts Chris Hadfield and Mae Jemison share their perspectives on Earth's beauty and fragility, highlighting humanity's environmental impact from space.

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Christopher Rileydirector

Nick Shoolingin-Jordandirector

Alice Jonesdirector

Nic Staceydirector

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Astronauts like Chris Hadfield and Mae Jemison share their experiences of Earth from space. They describe the planet's beauty and fragility. The documentary, released in 2018, spans 470 minutes and features footage of Earth taken from the International Space Station. It presents a unique perspective on the environment and humanity's impact on it. Produced in the United States, the film combines personal stories with stunning visuals of the planet.

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Meet astronauts sharing their Earth views.
Find out why Earth is unique in the universe.
See stunning visuals of our planet from space.

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The documentary features astronauts who have all left Earth behind.
One Strange Rock has a total duration of 470 minutes.
It was produced in the United States of America.

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One Strange Rock was released in 2018.

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The duration of One Strange Rock is 470 minutes.

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