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The Voyage of Charles Darwin

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  • 1978-1978
  • 1 Season
  • PBS
  • Documentary
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The series encompasses Darwin's university days to the 1859 publication of his book "On the Origin of Species" and his death and is based on Darwin's own letters, diaries, and journals, especially The Voyage of the Beagle and The Autobiography of Charles Darwin.

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Malcolm Stoddard
Charles Darwin
Andrew Burt
Captain FitzRoy
David Ashton
Lieutenant Wickham

Season 1 Episode Guide See All

Episode 1

I Was Considered a Very Ordinary Boy

56 mins

After denying his father's wish to become a physician or theologian, Darwin makes acquaintance with Professor Henslow, who recognizes his talent for geology and biology, thereby supporting him to join the travel of Captain FitzRoy for mapping the coasts of South America.

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Awards

  • 1979 - Broadcasting Press Guild Award - Best Documentary Series - winner
  • 1979 - BAFTA TV Award - Best Factual Series - winner
  • 1979 - BAFTA TV Award - Best Film Cameraman - winner
  • 1979 - BAFTA TV Award - Best Design - nominated

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