‎First Contact: An Alien Encounter - Apple TV

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In a vast universe, the Earth occupies a space of relative isolation. So, what will we do when we discover we are not alone? The science is indisputable. We are on the verge of a discovery that will forever change how we view our place in the universe.

Documentary · 2022 · 44 min

Director Nic Stacey

EPISODE 1

First Contact

Could extra-terrestrial life ever visit our planet? And if it did, how would we respond? Using an innovative mix of science, fictional podcasts and drama, this documentary tracks the first 12 days as an alien life form is detected and then identified as hurtling towards the Earth. Experts in space exploration look at the scientific, social, and philosophical implications of first contact.

44 min · Nov 14, 2022
EPISODE 2

The Planet Responds

An alien life-form has been detected hurtling towards the Earth. First contact is imminent. How would our planet’s leaders respond? This intriguing mix of science documentary and drama talks to a mix of extra-terrestrial experts and scientists to determine the protocols in place if beings from outer space approached our world. Could it challenge everything we think about life and the universe?

46 min · Nov 21, 2022

First Contact: An Alien Encounter Trailer

Documentary · 5 min

Nic Stacey

Director
Andrew Cohen

Producer
Amena Hasan

Producer
Alex Menzies

Music