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NOVA brings you stories from the frontlines of science and engineering, answering the big questions of today and tomorrow, from how our ancestors lived, to whether parallel universes exist, to how technology will transform our lives.
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Season 53, Episode 9
Evolution: Brain Power — Wednesday, October 14, 2026 on PBS
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When does NOVA come out?
NOVA returns with season 53, episode 9 ("Evolution: Brain Power") on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, airing on PBS. That is in 73 days.
There are 5 upcoming episodes on the schedule, running through Wednesday, November 11, 2026. The show is currently in production.
Upcoming episodes
| Ep | Title | Air date | When |
|---|---|---|---|
| S53 E9 | Evolution: Brain Power | Oct 14, 2026 | In 2 months |
| S53 E10 | Evolution: Need to Feed | Oct 21, 2026 | In 3 months |
| S53 E11 | Evolution: Body Builders | Oct 28, 2026 | In 3 months |
| S53 E12 | Evolution: The Mating Game | Nov 4, 2026 | In 3 months |
| S53 E13 | Evolution: On the Run | Nov 11, 2026 | In 3 months |
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