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COLLECTION · Series · 1987

Once Upon a Time... Life

Il était une fois… la Vie

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.

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* 7.8 (152)AnimationDocumentaryFamilyFrance · Belgium
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Creators
Albert Barillé
Countries
France · Belgium · Canada · Italy · Japan · Netherlands · Spain
Studios
Canal+ · Procidis · Eiken
Runtime
26 min/ep
Age rating
TV-Y7
Release
13/09/1987
Score
7.8 / 10 (152)
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Seasons and episodes
Season 1
Season 1
26 episodes · 1987

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.

The Planet Cell
Episode 1. The Planet Cell
1987-09-13 · 24 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
Episode 2. Birth
1987-09-20 · 24 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
Episode 3. The Body Sentinels
1987-09-27 · 26 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
Episode 4. The Bone Marrow
1987-10-04 · 26 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
Episode 5. The Blood
1987-10-11 · 25 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
Episode 6. The Tiny Platelets
1987-10-18 · 24 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
Episode 7. The Heart
1987-10-25 · 26 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
Episode 8. Breathing
1987-11-01 · 26 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
Episode 9. The Brain
1987-11-08 · 26 min

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

The Neurones
Episode 10. The Neurones
1987-11-15 · 26 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
Episode 11. The Eye
1987-11-22 · 26 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
Episode 12. The Ear
1987-11-29 · 26 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
Episode 13. The Skin
1987-12-06 · 26 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
Episode 14. The Mouth and the Teeth
1987-12-13 · 26 min

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

The Digestion
Episode 15. The Digestion
1987-12-20 · 26 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
Episode 16. The Liver Factory
1987-12-27 · 26 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
Episode 17. The Kidneys
1988-01-03 · 27 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
Episode 18. The Lymphatic System
1988-01-10 · 26 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
Episode 19. The Bones and the Skeleton
1988-01-17 · 26 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
Episode 20. The Muscles and the Fat
1988-01-24 · 26 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
Episode 21. Toxin Wars
1988-01-31 · 26 min

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

The Vaccination
Episode 22. The Vaccination
1988-02-07 · 26 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
Episode 23. The Hormones
1988-02-14 · 26 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
Episode 24. The Chain Of Life
1988-02-21 · 26 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
Episode 25. Repairs and Changes
1988-02-28 · 26 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...
Episode 26. And life goes on...
1988-03-13 · 27 min

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

Cast by season
Roger Carel
Roger Carel
Maestro (voice)
Gilles Laurent
Gilles Laurent
(voice)
Marie-Laure Beneston
Marie-Laure Beneston
Psi (voice)
Alain Dorval
Alain Dorval
(voice)
Henry Djanik
Henry Djanik
(voice)
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