Once Upon a Time... Life — Season 1
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.
Episodes
E01 The Planet Cell
★ 9.0Sep 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.
E02 Birth
★ 9.0Sep 20, 1987 · 24m
After the first cell is fertilized, division and diversification take place to create the 60 trillion cells of the human body.
E03 The Body Sentinels
★ 10.0Sep 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.
E04 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!
E05 The Blood
★ 7.7Oct 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.
E06 The Tiny Platelets
★ 10.0Oct 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.
E07 The Heart
★ 10.0Oct 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.
E08 Breathing
★ 10.0Nov 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.
E09 The Brain
★ 10.0Nov 8, 1987 · 26m
Teacher introduces Hemo and Globina to the most mysterious organ: the brain. They learn about behavior, the senses, and much more.
E10 The Neurones
★ 10.0Nov 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.
E11 The Eye
★ 10.0Nov 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.
E12 The Ear
★ 10.0Nov 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.
E13 The Skin
★ 10.0Dec 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.
E14 The Mouth and the Teeth
★ 8.7Dec 13, 1987 · 26m
Yum! Candy! But sugar strengthens the bacteria around the gums and attacks the tooth enamel, which can cause cavities.
E15 The Digestion
★ 10.0Dec 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!
E16 The Liver Factory
★ 10.0Dec 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.
E17 The Kidneys
★ 10.0Jan 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!
E18 The Lymphatic System
★ 10.0Jan 10, 1988 · 26m
The huge lymph network transports everything to the body’s factories. Infectious intruders beware! This place is well protected.
E19 The Bones and the Skeleton
★ 10.0Jan 17, 1988 · 26m
The architecture that protects the body’s organs is magnificent! However, even the slightest fracture can cause significant damage.
E20 The Muscles and the Fat
★ 10.0Jan 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.
E21 Toxin Wars
★ 10.0Jan 31, 1988 · 26m
Combat teams act as preventative barriers and are prepared to defend the cell’s nucleus against toxic gases and contaminants.
E22 The Vaccination
★ 10.0Feb 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.
E23 The Hormones
★ 10.0Feb 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.
E24 The Chain Of Life
★ 10.0Feb 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.
E25 Repairs and Changes
★ 10.0Feb 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.
E26 And life goes on...
★ 10.0Mar 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.