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Eclipse Across America

4 episodes 95%4KCC

Follow the Moon’s shadow from Oregon to South Carolina in 90 minutes.

Explore the 2017 total solar eclipse as its shadow sweeps coast to coast, revealing the Sun’s corona, diamond rings, Baily’s beads, and other rare phenomena. Along the way, scientists, astronomers, and eclipse chasers map the best viewing spots and explain the celestial geometry behind totality. Sign up to experience a singular American sky event with deeper scientific insight.

Episode guide

4 episodes
1
1Coast To Coast: Part 1
Join life-long eclipse hunters for a unique guided tour along the path of totality; showcasing the best viewing spots for the eclipse from central Oregon to the banks of the Mississippi River. Along the way, see how small towns and communities in the path are preparing for this thrilling event.
32 min
2
2Coast To Coast: Part 2
The eclipse journey continues from St. Louis’ Gateway Arch to the coast of South Carolina, where the path of totality leaves the continental U.S. A top data scientists from NASA explains how the strange geometry of the moon’s shadow helps pinpoint the exact path and what viewers can expect to see.
32 min
3
3Eclipse Planet
Earth is the vantage point from which to see the grandest eclipses in our solar system, and during an eclipse we get a glimpse of the sun’s mysterious corona. Learn the science behind eclipses, and how scientists are using them to discover new exoplanets.
14 min
4
4Witnessing the Eclipse
Millions of cameras will be rolling on August 21st , But capturing the stunning celestial phenomenon takes a combination of technology, experience and a healthy dose of luck. Learn the incredible lengths scientists and others will go to record the event - and how to best witness it yourself.
24 min
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