Once Upon a Time... Life
Once Upon a Time... Life
Once Upon a Time... Life

Episodes

26 episodes · 1987

The series "Once Upon a Time... Life" teaches about the human body and about the different systems in it with the same characters from the other "Once Upon a Time" seasons. "The good Characters" represent the body's defense mechanisms, whereas "the bad Characters" represent the viruses and bacteria that threaten to attack the human body. (Source: Wikipedia)

Season6.7
The Planet Cell
E01

The Planet Cell

9
1987-09-1324 min

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.

Birth
E02

Birth

9
1987-09-2024 min

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

The Body Sentinels
E03

The Body Sentinels

10
1987-09-2726 min

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.

The Bone Marrow
E04

The Bone Marrow

1987-10-0426 min

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!

The Blood
E05

The Blood

7.7
1987-10-1125 min

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.

The Tiny Platelets
E06

The Tiny Platelets

10
1987-10-1824 min

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.

The Heart
E07

The Heart

10
1987-10-2526 min

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

Breathing
E08

Breathing

10
1987-11-0126 min

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.

The Brain
E09

The Brain

10
1987-11-0826 min

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

The Neurones
E10

The Neurones

10
1987-11-1526 min

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.

The Eye
E11

The Eye

10
1987-11-2226 min

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.

The Ear
E12

The Ear

10
1987-11-2926 min

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

The Skin
E13

The Skin

10
1987-12-0626 min

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

The Mouth and the Teeth
E14

The Mouth and the Teeth

8.7
1987-12-1326 min

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

The Digestion
E15

The Digestion

10
1987-12-2026 min

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!

The Liver Factory
E16

The Liver Factory

10
1987-12-2726 min

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.

The Kidneys
E17

The Kidneys

10
1988-01-0327 min

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!

The Lymphatic System
E18

The Lymphatic System

10
1988-01-1026 min

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

The Bones and the Skeleton
E19

The Bones and the Skeleton

10
1988-01-1726 min

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

The Muscles and the Fat
E20

The Muscles and the Fat

10
1988-01-2426 min

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

Toxin Wars
E21

Toxin Wars

10
1988-01-3126 min

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

The Vaccination
E22

The Vaccination

10
1988-02-0726 min

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.

The Hormones
E23

The Hormones

10
1988-02-1426 min

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

The Chain Of Life
E24

The Chain Of Life

10
1988-02-2126 min

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.

Repairs and Changes
E25

Repairs and Changes

10
1988-02-2826 min

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.

And life goes on...
E26

And life goes on...

10
1988-03-1327 min

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