History 101: Nuclear Power is an exploration of the often unsettling yet empowering contribution of nuclear power to our world.

Since the discovery of nuclear fission, the world has never been the same. The spectacular power of the atom has been harnessed to create – and to destroy.

History 101 is a Netflix series that explores and explains the many fascinating aspects of our world, written by Emmy Award-winning storyteller Bruce Kennedy.

This episode traces the evolution of nuclear energy, from its discovery in 1938, to the present day and the future.

Presented by director Marc Tiley and narrator Natalie Silverman through a skilful blend of archive footage and infographics, this documentary is a concise look at the history of nuclear energy and the controversies around it.