Il était une fois... la vie - Season 1
Season 1
Buckle up for a head-to-toe adventure through the human body as this animated series explores the workings of our cells, hearts, brains and more.
Network
Episodes26
DatesJun 17, 1987 - Jun 17, 1987
Episodes
Season 1Episode 124 min
The Cell Planet
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.
Jun 17, 1987
Season 1Episode 224 min
Birth
After the first cell is fertilized, division and diversification take place to create the 60 trillion cells of the human body.
Jun 17, 1987
Season 1Episode 324 min
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.
Jun 17, 1987
Season 1Episode 424 min
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!
Jun 17, 1987
Season 1Episode 524 min
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.
Jun 17, 1987
Season 1Episode 624 min
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.
Jun 17, 1987
Season 1Episode 724 min
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.
Jun 17, 1987
Season 1Episode 824 min
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.
Jun 17, 1987
Season 1Episode 924 min
The Brain
Teacher introduces Hemo and Globina to the most mysterious organ: the brain. They learn about behavior, the senses, and much more.
Jun 17, 1987
Season 1Episode 1024 min
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.
Jun 17, 1987
Season 1Episode 1124 min
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.
Jun 17, 1987
Season 1Episode 1224 min
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.
Jun 17, 1987
Season 1Episode 1324 min
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.
Jun 17, 1987
Season 1Episode 1424 min
The Mouth and the Teeth
Yum! Candy! But sugar strengthens the bacteria around the gums and attacks the tooth enamel, which can cause cavities.
Jun 17, 1987
Season 1Episode 1524 min
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!
Jun 17, 1987
Season 1Episode 1624 min
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.
Jun 17, 1987
Season 1Episode 1724 min
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!
Jun 17, 1987
Season 1Episode 1824 min
The Lymphatic System
The huge lymph network transports everything to the body’s factories. Infectious intruders beware! This place is well protected.
Jun 17, 1987
Season 1Episode 1924 min
The Bones and the Skeleton
The architecture that protects the body’s organs is magnificent! However, even the slightest fracture can cause significant damage.
Jun 17, 1987
Season 1Episode 2024 min
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.
Jun 17, 1987
Season 1Episode 2124 min
Toxin Wars
Combat teams act as preventative barriers and are prepared to defend the cell’s nucleus against toxic gases and contaminants.
Jun 17, 1987
Season 1Episode 2224 min
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.
Jun 17, 1987
Season 1Episode 2324 min
The Hormones
At the heart of the hypothalamus, Teacher shows us how this region sends out orders to satisfy all the body’s needs.
Jun 17, 1987
Season 1Episode 2424 min
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.
Jun 17, 1987
Season 1Episode 2524 min
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.
Jun 17, 1987
Season 1Episode 2624 min
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.
Jun 17, 1987
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