How the Universe Works: Season 3, Episode 7

Did a Black Hole Build the Milky Way?

What built the Milky Way? New research might now have the answer, revealing an unlikely hero. At the heart of our galaxy sits a super massive black hole, one of the most destructive objects in the Universe. Could it be our creator?

Release Date: 2010-04-25
Seasons: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
TMDb: 8.2/10
  • Country: US
  • Language: English
  • Runtime: 42

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