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Once Upon a Time... Life

Once Upon a Time... Life
★ 7.8/10•1987•TV-Y7•Animation•Kids•Documentary
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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.

StatusEnded
LanguageFR
First Air DateSep 13, 1987

Episodes

Episode 1 - The Planet CellE124m

The Planet Cell

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.

Sep 13, 1987

Episode 2 - BirthE224m

Birth

After the first cell is fertilized, division and diversification take place to create the 60 trillion cells of the human body.

Sep 20, 1987

Episode 3 - The Body SentinelsE326m

The Body Sentinels

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.

Sep 27, 1987

Episode 4 - The Bone MarrowE426m

The Bone Marrow

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!

Oct 4, 1987

Episode 5 - The BloodE525m

The Blood

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.

Oct 11, 1987

Episode 6 - The Tiny PlateletsE624m

The Tiny Platelets

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.

Oct 18, 1987

Episode 7 - The HeartE726m

The Heart

Globus takes Hemo and Globina on a tour through the human body’s cathedral: the heart and circulatory system. It’s an impressive adventure.

Oct 25, 1987

Episode 8 - BreathingE826m

Breathing

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.

Nov 1, 1987

Episode 9 - The BrainE926m

The Brain

Teacher introduces Hemo and Globina to the most mysterious organ: the brain. They learn about behavior, the senses, and much more.

Nov 8, 1987

Episode 10 - The NeuronesE1026m

The Neurones

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.

Nov 15, 1987

Episode 11 - The EyeE1126m

The Eye

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.

Nov 22, 1987

Episode 12 - The EarE1226m

The Ear

The ear is composed of cells that sense vibrations and transmit them to the brain. Then, the brain transforms them into words and sounds.

Nov 29, 1987

Episode 13 - The SkinE1326m

The Skin

Skin is the first barrier against external aggression and helps eliminate waste. From cuts and scrapes to bug bites, it stays pretty busy.

Dec 6, 1987

Episode 14 - The Mouth and the TeethE1426m

The Mouth and the Teeth

Yum! Candy! But sugar strengthens the bacteria around the gums and attacks the tooth enamel, which can cause cavities.

Dec 13, 1987

Episode 15 - The DigestionE1526m

The Digestion

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!

Dec 20, 1987

Episode 16 - The Liver FactoryE1626m

The Liver Factory

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.

Dec 27, 1987

Episode 17 - The KidneysE1727m

The Kidneys

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!

Jan 3, 1988

Episode 18 - The Lymphatic SystemE1826m

The Lymphatic System

The huge lymph network transports everything to the body’s factories. Infectious intruders beware! This place is well protected.

Jan 10, 1988

Episode 19 - The Bones and the SkeletonE1926m

The Bones and the Skeleton

The architecture that protects the body’s organs is magnificent! However, even the slightest fracture can cause significant damage.

Jan 17, 1988

Episode 20 - The Muscles and the FatE2026m

The Muscles and the Fat

Muscles account for almost half the weight of the human body. They also need a ton of energy to do their jobs correctly.

Jan 24, 1988

Episode 21 - Toxin WarsE2126m

Toxin Wars

Combat teams act as preventative barriers and are prepared to defend the cell’s nucleus against toxic gases and contaminants.

Jan 31, 1988

Episode 22 - The VaccinationE2226m

The Vaccination

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.

Feb 7, 1988

Episode 23 - The HormonesE2326m

The Hormones

At the heart of the hypothalamus, Teacher shows us how this region sends out orders to satisfy all the body’s needs.

Feb 14, 1988

Episode 24 - The Chain Of LifeE2426m

The Chain Of Life

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.

Feb 21, 1988

Episode 25 - Repairs and ChangesE2526m

Repairs and Changes

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.

Feb 28, 1988

Episode 26 - And life goes on...E2627m

And life goes on...

Pedrito wants to know why his grandpa can’t play ball anymore, so he tells Pedrito an old story about a sphinx.

Mar 13, 1988

Actors

Roger Carel

Roger Carel

Maestro (voice)

Marie-Laure Beneston

Marie-Laure Beneston

Psi (voice)

Alain Dorval

Alain Dorval

(voice)

Gilles Laurent

Gilles Laurent

(voice)

Henry Djanik

Henry Djanik

(voice)

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