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Once Upon a Time... Life: Season 1

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26 episodes · premiered Sep 13, 1987

Buckle up for a head-to-toe adventure through the human body as this animated series explores the workings of our cells, hearts, brains and more.

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  1. Episode 1: The Planet Cell Sep 13, 1987 · 24m The world of cells is incredible! Activating enzymes, stopping viruses, and managing the body’s police force: it’s all in a day’s work for Teacher.
  2. Episode 2: Birth Sep 20, 1987 · 24m After the first cell is fertilized, division and diversification take place to create the 60 trillion cells of the human body.
  3. Episode 3: The Body Sentinels Sep 27, 1987 · 26m The body’s police force is taught to neutralize its enemies (microbes and viruses), which reproduce at an alarming rate! It’s a very complex task.
  4. Episode 4: The Bone Marrow Oct 4, 1987 · 26m Red blood cells, the body’s police force, are created in the bone marrow but sometimes, the factory breaks down and wayward policemen come out. Uh oh!
  5. Episode 5: The Blood Oct 11, 1987 · 25m The steadfast red blood cells have come down with the flu! Pedrito and Psi get some help from the Teacher’s antibodies to beat the enemy.
  6. Episode 6: The Tiny Platelets Oct 18, 1987 · 24m Pedrito cuts his finger with a dirty knife. While the platelets try to cure the wound, the white blood cells fight off the filthy invaders.
  7. Episode 7: The Heart Oct 25, 1987 · 26m Globus takes Hemo and Globina on a tour through the human body’s cathedral: the heart and circulatory system. It’s an impressive adventure.
  8. Episode 8: Breathing Nov 1, 1987 · 26m Air bubbles travel from the nose to the lungs. In the swampy, mucus-filled areas, they meet the red blood cells that transport them around the body.
  9. Episode 9: The Brain Nov 8, 1987 · 26m Teacher introduces Hemo and Globina to the most mysterious organ: the brain. They learn about behavior, the senses, and much more.
  10. Episode 10: The Neurones Nov 15, 1987 · 26m The body’s messengers run around sending and receiving information about feelings like hunger and cold. They work day and night and never take breaks.
  11. Episode 11: The Eye Nov 22, 1987 · 26m Eyes are magical! They break down and transmit images to the brain. What happens if a speck of dust gets into one? It’s tear enzymes to the rescue.
  12. Episode 12: The Ear Nov 29, 1987 · 26m The ear is composed of cells that sense vibrations and transmit them to the brain. Then, the brain transforms them into words and sounds.
  13. Episode 13: The Skin Dec 6, 1987 · 26m Skin is the first barrier against external aggression and helps eliminate waste. From cuts and scrapes to bug bites, it stays pretty busy.
  14. Episode 14: The Mouth and the Teeth Dec 13, 1987 · 26m Yum! Candy! But sugar strengthens the bacteria around the gums and attacks the tooth enamel, which can cause cavities.
  15. Episode 15: The Digestion Dec 20, 1987 · 26m After a tasty meal the food starts its journey to the stomach where it will be broken down depending on what properties it has. But don’t overdo it!
  16. Episode 16: The Liver Factory Dec 27, 1987 · 26m The liver is fundamental. It doesn’t weigh a lot but it uses almost as much oxygen as the heart! It makes proteins, corpuscles, and helps heal cuts.
  17. Episode 17: The Kidneys Jan 3, 1988 · 27m Toxic elements head to the kidneys where they are categorized. The good ones are salvaged but the bad ones are sent to the bladder. Have a good trip!
  18. Episode 18: The Lymphatic System Jan 10, 1988 · 26m The huge lymph network transports everything to the body’s factories. Infectious intruders beware! This place is well protected.
  19. Episode 19: The Bones and the Skeleton Jan 17, 1988 · 26m The architecture that protects the body’s organs is magnificent! However, even the slightest fracture can cause significant damage.
  20. Episode 20: The Muscles and the Fat Jan 24, 1988 · 26m Muscles account for almost half the weight of the human body. They also need a ton of energy to do their jobs correctly.
  21. Episode 21: Toxin Wars Jan 31, 1988 · 26m Combat teams act as preventative barriers and are prepared to defend the cell’s nucleus against toxic gases and contaminants.
  22. Episode 22: The Vaccination Feb 7, 1988 · 26m Vaccines bring us so many benefits! People who don’t get vaccinated run the risk of contracting a disease that is stronger than our natural defenses.
  23. Episode 23: The Hormones Feb 14, 1988 · 26m At the heart of the hypothalamus, Teacher shows us how this region sends out orders to satisfy all the body’s needs.
  24. Episode 24: The Chain Of Life Feb 21, 1988 · 26m A walk in the forest is the perfect way to learn about the extraordinary food chain that exists between the sun, vegetation, animals, and man.
  25. Episode 25: Repairs and Changes Feb 28, 1988 · 26m Pedrito is 8 years old and is tired after a long day. When he goes to bed, Teacher and his helpers observe the activity that continues during sleep.
  26. Episode 26: And life goes on... Mar 13, 1988 · 27m Pedrito wants to know why his grandpa can’t play ball anymore, so he tells Pedrito an old story about a sphinx.