New Channel 5 series about the Earth's satellite

Dara O Briain is to explore the moon in a new two-part Channel 5 show.

The comic and keen astronomer will be speaking to some of the world’s top lunar experts, scientists, researchers and geologists, as well as experts in other fields such as biology, to get a sense of how widely the moon influences our lives.

He said: ‘I love everything about space, but the moon in particular holds a special kind of magic.  

‘It’s inspired countless myths and legends through human history but it’s a place full of genuine cutting-edge scientific mystery - and one which we are gearing up to visit again, over the next decade. 

‘All of which made the offer to present this series irresistible.  I’ll be sharing everything you need to know about our closest celestial neighbour - as well as uncovering some real surprises along the way, including for me too.;

The show has the working title Dara O Briain: Secrets of Our Moon and is being made by BBC Studios’ science unit

Executive producer Steve Crabtree added: ‘Dara has a genuine love for astronomy, which I know will translate into great telly.  His infectious enthusiasm and longstanding passion for science and storytelling will enable him to explore the moon in a unique and entertaining way. 

‘Delivering a brilliant documentary series, underpinned by real science and something I hope the Channel 5 audience will enjoy.’

Made by: BBC Studios science unit
Commissioned by: Denise Seneviratne
Developed by:  Emma Lorenz
Directed by: Ross Kirby and Fran Jarvis
Executive producer: Steve Crabtree.

Published: 28 Mar 2023