Once Upon a Time... Life
Once Upon a Time... Life
Once Upon a Time... Life
Animation
Kids
Documentary
Family
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Overview
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.
Status: Ended
First Air Date: 1987-09-13
Runtime: 0h 26m
Director: Unknown
Writer: Unknown
Top Cast
Roger Carel
Roger Carel
Maestro (voice)
Gilles Laurent
Gilles Laurent
(voice)
Marie-Laure Beneston
Marie-Laure Beneston
Psi (voice)
Alain Dorval
Alain Dorval
(voice)
Henry Djanik
Henry Djanik
(voice)
Episodes - Season 1
The Planet Cell
The Planet Cell
Episode 1
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.
Birth
Birth
Episode 2
After the first cell is fertilized, division and diversification take place to create the 60 trillion cells of the human body.
The Body Sentinels
The Body Sentinels
Episode 3
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.
The Bone Marrow
The Bone Marrow
Episode 4
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!
The Blood
The Blood
Episode 5
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.
The Tiny Platelets
The Tiny Platelets
Episode 6
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.
The Heart
The Heart
Episode 7
Globus takes Hemo and Globina on a tour through the human body’s cathedral: the heart and circulatory system. It’s an impressive adventure.
Breathing
Breathing
Episode 8
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.
The Brain
The Brain
Episode 9
Teacher introduces Hemo and Globina to the most mysterious organ: the brain. They learn about behavior, the senses, and much more.
The Neurones
The Neurones
Episode 10
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.
The Eye
The Eye
Episode 11
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.
The Ear
The Ear
Episode 12
The ear is composed of cells that sense vibrations and transmit them to the brain. Then, the brain transforms them into words and sounds.
The Skin
The Skin
Episode 13
Skin is the first barrier against external aggression and helps eliminate waste. From cuts and scrapes to bug bites, it stays pretty busy.
The Mouth and the Teeth
The Mouth and the Teeth
Episode 14
Yum! Candy! But sugar strengthens the bacteria around the gums and attacks the tooth enamel, which can cause cavities.
The Digestion
The Digestion
Episode 15
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!
The Liver Factory
The Liver Factory
Episode 16
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.
The Kidneys
The Kidneys
Episode 17
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!
The Lymphatic System
The Lymphatic System
Episode 18
The huge lymph network transports everything to the body’s factories. Infectious intruders beware! This place is well protected.
The Bones and the Skeleton
The Bones and the Skeleton
Episode 19
The architecture that protects the body’s organs is magnificent! However, even the slightest fracture can cause significant damage.
The Muscles and the Fat
The Muscles and the Fat
Episode 20
Muscles account for almost half the weight of the human body. They also need a ton of energy to do their jobs correctly.
Toxin Wars
Toxin Wars
Episode 21
Combat teams act as preventative barriers and are prepared to defend the cell’s nucleus against toxic gases and contaminants.
The Vaccination
The Vaccination
Episode 22
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.
The Hormones
The Hormones
Episode 23
At the heart of the hypothalamus, Teacher shows us how this region sends out orders to satisfy all the body’s needs.
The Chain Of Life
The Chain Of Life
Episode 24
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.
Repairs and Changes
Repairs and Changes
Episode 25
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.
And life goes on...
And life goes on...
Episode 26
Pedrito wants to know why his grandpa can’t play ball anymore, so he tells Pedrito an old story about a sphinx.
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