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Reconstructing famous spy stories from World War II and Cold War Moscow.

Each episode of Hardcore Heroes features two adrenaline-packed true stories of courage. From iconic war heroes and technological mavericks, to fearless first responders and selfless civilians, every story will focus on the coolest tactics, the biggest challenges, and the riskiest maneuvers that saved lives or altered the future of this world. "Hardcore Heroes" will bring these astonishing stories to life using major storytelling techniques - up-close and gritty live action recons; CGI maps, period stills, and stock footage; as well as first-person interviews with the heroes themselves, survivors, team members, fans, and family. A roster of experts will also weigh in, providing viewers with context and astonishing details on how the heroes were able to achieve their goals against formidable odds. All of these elements will be tied together with engaging, informative narration.

In the three-part special MAN VS THE UNIVERSE Science Channel brings viewers a mind-blowing look at the innovative, high-tech work private businesses, engineers and scientists who are conquering the cosmos. In episode 1 we discover the Moon's enormous mineral wealth could create the world's first trillionaires. Who will be the first to stake claim to the riches of the Moon? Episode 2 reveals how experts are gearing up for a cosmic battle to hunt asteroids and prevent them from hitting us and wiping out an an entire city. Finally, in Episode 3 we meet. SpaceX founder Elon Musk as he prepares to make a private mission and colonization of Mars a reality.

Meet the pet psychics who communicate telepathically with animals, cats who are learning to use the toilet, and an opera singer who serenades his miniature donkeys.