Roger Carel
Maestro (voice)
Series
Watch Once Upon a Time... Life (1987) Online
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Synopsis
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.
Episodes
Season 1
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1. The Planet CellNow viewing1987-09-1324m9.0The 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.
2. Birth1987-09-2024m9.0After the first cell is fertilized, division and diversification take place to create the 60 trillion cells of the human body.
3. The Body Sentinels1987-09-2726m10.0The 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.
4. The Bone Marrow1987-10-0426mRed 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!
5. The Blood1987-10-1125m7.7The 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.
6. The Tiny Platelets1987-10-1824m10.0Pedrito cuts his finger with a dirty knife. While the platelets try to cure the wound, the white blood cells fight off the filthy invaders.
7. The Heart1987-10-2526m10.0Globus takes Hemo and Globina on a tour through the human body’s cathedral: the heart and circulatory system. It’s an impressive adventure.
8. Breathing1987-11-0126m10.0Air 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.
9. The Brain1987-11-0826m10.0Teacher introduces Hemo and Globina to the most mysterious organ: the brain. They learn about behavior, the senses, and much more.
10. The Neurones1987-11-1526m10.0The body’s messengers run around sending and receiving information about feelings like hunger and cold. They work day and night and never take breaks.
11. The Eye1987-11-2226m10.0Eyes 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.
12. The Ear1987-11-2926m10.0The ear is composed of cells that sense vibrations and transmit them to the brain. Then, the brain transforms them into words and sounds.
13. The Skin1987-12-0626m10.0Skin is the first barrier against external aggression and helps eliminate waste. From cuts and scrapes to bug bites, it stays pretty busy.
14. The Mouth and the Teeth1987-12-1326m8.7Yum! Candy! But sugar strengthens the bacteria around the gums and attacks the tooth enamel, which can cause cavities.
15. The Digestion1987-12-2026m10.0After 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!
16. The Liver Factory1987-12-2726m10.0The 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.
17. The Kidneys1988-01-0327m10.0Toxic 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!
18. The Lymphatic System1988-01-1026m10.0The huge lymph network transports everything to the body’s factories. Infectious intruders beware! This place is well protected.
19. The Bones and the Skeleton1988-01-1726m10.0The architecture that protects the body’s organs is magnificent! However, even the slightest fracture can cause significant damage.
20. The Muscles and the Fat1988-01-2426m10.0Muscles account for almost half the weight of the human body. They also need a ton of energy to do their jobs correctly.
21. Toxin Wars1988-01-3126m10.0Combat teams act as preventative barriers and are prepared to defend the cell’s nucleus against toxic gases and contaminants.
22. The Vaccination1988-02-0726m10.0Vaccines 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.
23. The Hormones1988-02-1426m10.0At the heart of the hypothalamus, Teacher shows us how this region sends out orders to satisfy all the body’s needs.
24. The Chain Of Life1988-02-2126m10.0A walk in the forest is the perfect way to learn about the extraordinary food chain that exists between the sun, vegetation, animals, and man.
25. Repairs and Changes1988-02-2826m10.0Pedrito 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.
26. And life goes on...1988-03-1327m10.0Pedrito wants to know why his grandpa can’t play ball anymore, so he tells Pedrito an old story about a sphinx.
Cast
Top Billed Cast
Gilles Laurent
(voice)
Marie-Laure Beneston
Psi (voice)
Alain Dorval
(voice)
Henry Djanik
(voice)
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How many seasons does Once Upon a Time... Life have?
Once Upon a Time... Life has 1 season and 26 episodes.
When did Once Upon a Time... Life first air?
Once Upon a Time... Life first aired in 1987.
Is Once Upon a Time... Life still running?
Once Upon a Time... Life's status on TMDB is: Ended.
What genre is Once Upon a Time... Life?
Once Upon a Time... Life is classified as Animation, Kids, Documentary, Family.