Once Upon a Time... Life - 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.

26 Episodes

The Planet Cell

Season 1 - Episode 1

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 T...

Birth

Season 1 - Episode 2

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

The Body Sentinels

Season 1 - Episode 3

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...

The Bone Marrow

Season 1 - Episode 4

Red blood cells, the body’s police force, are created in the bone marrow but sometimes, the factory breaks down and wayward policemen come o...

The Blood

Season 1 - Episode 5

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

Season 1 - Episode 6

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

Season 1 - Episode 7

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

Season 1 - Episode 8

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 t...

The Brain

Season 1 - Episode 9

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

The Neurones

Season 1 - Episode 10

The body’s messengers run around sending and receiving information about feelings like hunger and cold. They work day and night and never ta...

The Eye

Season 1 - Episode 11

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 ...

The Ear

Season 1 - Episode 12

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

Season 1 - Episode 13

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

Season 1 - Episode 14

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

The Digestion

Season 1 - Episode 15

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 ov...

The Liver Factory

Season 1 - Episode 16

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 he...

The Kidneys

Season 1 - Episode 17

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 g...

The Lymphatic System

Season 1 - Episode 18

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

The Bones and the Skeleton

Season 1 - Episode 19

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

The Muscles and the Fat

Season 1 - Episode 20

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

Season 1 - Episode 21

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

The Vaccination

Season 1 - Episode 22

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 ...

The Hormones

Season 1 - Episode 23

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

Season 1 - Episode 24

A walk in the forest is the perfect way to learn about the extraordinary food chain that exists between the sun, vegetation, animals, and ma...

Repairs and Changes

Season 1 - Episode 25

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 durin...

And life goes on...

Season 1 - Episode 26

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