Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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How did a small island nation transform the modern world through science? In this documentary, physicist Brian Cox traces the incredible history of British science - from the revolutionary mind of Sir Isaac Newton and the secret codebreakers of Bletchley Park, to the dark history of the nuclear bomb and the future of genetic modification. Explore the thin line between genius and madness, the clash between pure curiosity and corporate profit, and the controversial breakthroughs that shaped our civilization. Discover why Britain remains at the absolute forefront of global innovation.

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