The Nature of Things
The Nature of Things
Documentary

The Nature of Things

The Nature of Things is a Canadian television series of documentary programs. It debuted on CBC Television on November 6, 1960. Many of the programs document nature and the effect that humans have on it. The program was one of the first to explore environmental issues, such as clear-cut logging.

The series is named after an epic poem by Roman philosopher Lucretius: "Dē Rērum Nātūrā" — On the Nature of Things.

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Status

Returning Series

Original Name

The Nature of Things

First Air Date

November 6, 1960

Last Air Date

February 20, 2025

Seasons

63

Episodes

427

Language

English

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The Secret Knowledge of Animals
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The Secret Knowledge of Animals

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