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201244 minPGdocumentary

Planet Hunters

201244 minPGdocumentary

Explore the quest for Earth-like planets beyond our solar system.

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Explore the quest for Earth-like planets beyond our solar system.

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Jerry Thompson

Jerry Thompsondirector

David Suzuki

David Suzukicast

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A fascinating look at the research by two inventive planet hunters who are searching for thousands of extra-solar planets that may be Earth’s twin.

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