Newton's Apple

★ 8.0 /10 3 votes

October 15, 1983 - January 3, 1998 15 Seasons 195 Episodes 30 min Ended

Documentary Family

Overview

Newton's Apple is an American educational television program produced and developed by KTCA, and distributed to PBS stations in the United States that ran from 1983 to 1999. The show's title is based on the rumor of Isaac Newton sitting under a tree and an apple falling near him—or, more popularly, on his head—prompting him to ponder what makes things fall, leading to the development of his theory of gravitation. The show was produced by Twin Cities Public Television. For most of the run, the show's theme song was Ruckzuck by Kraftwerk, later remixed by Absolute Music. Later episodes of the show featured an original song. An occasional short feature appeared called "Science of the Rich and Famous" in which celebrities appeared to explain a science principle.

Seasons & Episodes

Season 1

1983 • 13 Episodes

Season 2

1984 • 13 Episodes

Season 3

1985 • 13 Episodes

Season 4

1986 • 13 Episodes

Season 5

1987 • 13 Episodes

Season 6

1988 • 13 Episodes

Season 7

1989 • 13 Episodes

Season 8

1990 • 13 Episodes

Season 9

1991 • 13 Episodes

Season 10

1992 • 13 Episodes

Season 11

1993 • 13 Episodes

Season 12

1994 • 13 Episodes

Season 13

1995 • 13 Episodes

Season 14

1996 • 13 Episodes

Season 15

1997 • 13 Episodes

Key Information

                                    Network
                                    PBS
                                

                                    Type
                                    Documentary
                                

                                    Rating
                                    8.0/10
                                

                                    Language
                                    EN
                                

                                    Country
                                    United States of America
                                

Cast & Crew

Peggy Knapp

Self - Field Reporter

David Heil

Self - Host

Ira Flatow

Self - Host

SuChin Pak

Self - Host

Dave Huddleston

Self - Host

Brian Hackney

Self - Host

Eileen Galindo

Self - Host

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Newton's Apple about?

Newton's Apple is an American educational television program produced and developed by KTCA, and distributed to PBS stations in the United States that ran from 1983 to 1999. The show's...

How many seasons does Newton's Apple have?

Newton's Apple has 15 seasons with 195 episodes.

When did Newton's Apple premiere?

Newton's Apple premiered on October 15, 1983.

Is Newton's Apple still running?

No, Newton's Apple has ended. The final episode aired on January 3, 1998.

Where can I watch Newton's Apple?

Newton's Apple originally aired on PBS. Check your local streaming services for availability.

What is the rating of Newton's Apple?

Newton's Apple has a rating of 8.0/10 based on user reviews.

What genre is Newton's Apple?

Newton's Apple is classified as Documentary, Family.