Season 1
26 episodes · Sep 13, 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.
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S1E1The Planet Cell
Sep 13, 198724mThe 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.
S1E2Birth
Sep 20, 198724mAfter the first cell is fertilized, division and diversification take place to create the 60 trillion cells of the human body.
S1E3The Body Sentinels
Sep 27, 198726mThe 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.
S1E4The Bone Marrow
Oct 4, 198726mRed 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!
S1E5The Blood
Oct 11, 198725mThe 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.
S1E6The Tiny Platelets
Oct 18, 198724mPedrito cuts his finger with a dirty knife. While the platelets try to cure the wound, the white blood cells fight off the filthy invaders.
S1E7The Heart
Oct 25, 198726mGlobus takes Hemo and Globina on a tour through the human body’s cathedral: the heart and circulatory system. It’s an impressive adventure.
S1E8Breathing
Nov 1, 198726mAir 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.
S1E9The Brain
Nov 8, 198726mTeacher introduces Hemo and Globina to the most mysterious organ: the brain. They learn about behavior, the senses, and much more.
S1E10The Neurones
Nov 15, 198726mThe body’s messengers run around sending and receiving information about feelings like hunger and cold. They work day and night and never take breaks.
S1E11The Eye
Nov 22, 198726mEyes 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.
S1E12The Ear
Nov 29, 198726mThe ear is composed of cells that sense vibrations and transmit them to the brain. Then, the brain transforms them into words and sounds.
S1E13The Skin
Dec 6, 198726mSkin is the first barrier against external aggression and helps eliminate waste. From cuts and scrapes to bug bites, it stays pretty busy.
S1E14The Mouth and the Teeth
Dec 13, 198726mYum! Candy! But sugar strengthens the bacteria around the gums and attacks the tooth enamel, which can cause cavities.
S1E15The Digestion
Dec 20, 198726mAfter 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!
S1E16The Liver Factory
Dec 27, 198726mThe 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.
S1E17The Kidneys
Jan 3, 198827mToxic 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!
S1E18The Lymphatic System
Jan 10, 198826mThe huge lymph network transports everything to the body’s factories. Infectious intruders beware! This place is well protected.
S1E19The Bones and the Skeleton
Jan 17, 198826mThe architecture that protects the body’s organs is magnificent! However, even the slightest fracture can cause significant damage.
S1E20The Muscles and the Fat
Jan 24, 198826mMuscles account for almost half the weight of the human body. They also need a ton of energy to do their jobs correctly.
S1E21Toxin Wars
Jan 31, 198826mCombat teams act as preventative barriers and are prepared to defend the cell’s nucleus against toxic gases and contaminants.
S1E22The Vaccination
Feb 7, 198826mVaccines 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.
S1E23The Hormones
Feb 14, 198826mAt the heart of the hypothalamus, Teacher shows us how this region sends out orders to satisfy all the body’s needs.
S1E24The Chain Of Life
Feb 21, 198826mA walk in the forest is the perfect way to learn about the extraordinary food chain that exists between the sun, vegetation, animals, and man.
S1E25Repairs and Changes
Feb 28, 198826mPedrito 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.
S1E26And life goes on...
Mar 13, 198827mPedrito wants to know why his grandpa can’t play ball anymore, so he tells Pedrito an old story about a sphinx.