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Mission to Space with Francis Bourgeois

Mission to Space with Francis Bourgeois
2026•Documentary
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Trainspotter Francis chases a childhood dream to become an astronaut, plunging into a gruelling training regime in this heartfelt and surprising space odyssey.

Jonathan Levene · Director

StatusEnded
LanguageEN
First Air DateJan 25, 2026

Episodes

Episode 1 - Episode 1E147m

Episode 1

The social media star and trainspotter trains as an astronaut with one of the leading companies in commercial space flight, and under the guidance of Tim Peake. After experiencing real astronaut g-forces in a human centrifuge, the reality of training proves far tougher than Francis expected. Determined not to give up, he begins to train like a real astronaut.

Jan 25, 2026

Episode 2 - Episode 2E247m

Episode 2

From medical emergencies to simulated moon missions, Francis is pushed to his limits and finds solace in engineering. Reconnecting with the curiosity and love of machines that first fuelled his journey, he realises there may be more than one way to reach for the stars.

Feb 1, 2026

Actors

Francis Bourgeois

Francis Bourgeois

Self - Presenter

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