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Once Upon a Time... Life
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Attention please! Are you ready for an adventurous tour through the human body? With a lot of humour, our physical appearance is being introduced from head to toe along cells and organs in an educational way. The heart, blood, nerves and kidneys, each single one is a miracle which renders life possible.
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Seasons & episodes
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.
1The Planet Cell13 Sept 1987 · 24m · ★ 9.0The 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.
2Birth20 Sept 1987 · 24m · ★ 9.0After the first cell is fertilized, division and diversification take place to create the 60 trillion cells of the human body.
3The Body Sentinels27 Sept 1987 · 26m · ★ 10.0The 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.
4The Bone Marrow4 Oct 1987 · 26mRed 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!
5The Blood11 Oct 1987 · 25m · ★ 7.7The 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.
6The Tiny Platelets18 Oct 1987 · 24m · ★ 10.0Pedrito cuts his finger with a dirty knife. While the platelets try to cure the wound, the white blood cells fight off the filthy invaders.
7The Heart25 Oct 1987 · 26m · ★ 10.0Globus takes Hemo and Globina on a tour through the human body’s cathedral: the heart and circulatory system. It’s an impressive adventure.
8Breathing1 Nov 1987 · 26m · ★ 10.0Air 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.
9The Brain8 Nov 1987 · 26m · ★ 10.0Teacher introduces Hemo and Globina to the most mysterious organ: the brain. They learn about behavior, the senses, and much more.
10The Neurones15 Nov 1987 · 26m · ★ 10.0The body’s messengers run around sending and receiving information about feelings like hunger and cold. They work day and night and never take breaks.
11The Eye22 Nov 1987 · 26m · ★ 10.0Eyes 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.
12The Ear29 Nov 1987 · 26m · ★ 10.0The ear is composed of cells that sense vibrations and transmit them to the brain. Then, the brain transforms them into words and sounds.
13The Skin6 Dec 1987 · 26m · ★ 10.0Skin is the first barrier against external aggression and helps eliminate waste. From cuts and scrapes to bug bites, it stays pretty busy.
14The Mouth and the Teeth13 Dec 1987 · 26m · ★ 8.7Yum! Candy! But sugar strengthens the bacteria around the gums and attacks the tooth enamel, which can cause cavities.
15The Digestion20 Dec 1987 · 26m · ★ 10.0After 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!
16The Liver Factory27 Dec 1987 · 26m · ★ 10.0The 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.
17The Kidneys3 Jan 1988 · 27m · ★ 10.0Toxic 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!
18The Lymphatic System10 Jan 1988 · 26m · ★ 10.0The huge lymph network transports everything to the body’s factories. Infectious intruders beware! This place is well protected.
19The Bones and the Skeleton17 Jan 1988 · 26m · ★ 10.0The architecture that protects the body’s organs is magnificent! However, even the slightest fracture can cause significant damage.
20The Muscles and the Fat24 Jan 1988 · 26m · ★ 10.0Muscles account for almost half the weight of the human body. They also need a ton of energy to do their jobs correctly.
21Toxin Wars31 Jan 1988 · 26m · ★ 10.0Combat teams act as preventative barriers and are prepared to defend the cell’s nucleus against toxic gases and contaminants.
22The Vaccination7 Feb 1988 · 26m · ★ 10.0Vaccines 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.
23The Hormones14 Feb 1988 · 26m · ★ 10.0At the heart of the hypothalamus, Teacher shows us how this region sends out orders to satisfy all the body’s needs.
24The Chain Of Life21 Feb 1988 · 26m · ★ 10.0A walk in the forest is the perfect way to learn about the extraordinary food chain that exists between the sun, vegetation, animals, and man.
25Repairs and Changes28 Feb 1988 · 26m · ★ 10.0Pedrito 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.
26And life goes on...13 Mar 1988 · 27m · ★ 10.0Pedrito wants to know why his grandpa can’t play ball anymore, so he tells Pedrito an old story about a sphinx.
Details
- Created by
- Albert Barillé
- First aired
- 13 Sept 1987
- Last aired
- 13 Mar 1988
- Status
- Ended
- Language
- French
- Network
- Canal+
- Episodes
- 26
- Votes
- 161 on TMDB
Cast
Roger CarelMaestro (voice)
Gilles Laurent(voice)
Marie-Laure BenestonPsi (voice)
Alain Dorval(voice)
Henry Djanik(voice)
