Bill Nye Saves the World
Emmy-winning host Bill Nye brings experts and famous guests to his lab.
It serves as a sequel and revival of Bill Nye the Science Guy, but is aimed at adults rather than children. The series examines scientific issues in relation to politics, pop culture, and society.
Quick Facts
- Genre
- Talk show
- Creator
- Bill Nye
- Starring
- Karlie Kloss
- Derek Muller
- Nazeem Hussain
- Emily Calandrelli
- Joanna Hausmann
- Director
- Nick Murray; Liz Plonka
- Theme music
- Tyler, the Creator
- Country
- United States
- Language
- English
- Seasons
- 3
Facts from the source article.
Release history
The thirteen-episode first season premiered on April 21, 2017, covering topics such as climate change, alternative medicine, and video games while refuting myths. On June 15, 2017, Nye announced a six-episode second season, which premiered on December 29, 2017. Netflix renewed the show for a six-episode third season on April 9, 2018, released on May 11, 2018.
Reception
Bill Nye Saves the World received mixed reviews from critics. The first season holds a Metacritic score of 63 out of 100 and a Rotten Tomatoes score of 73%. Performance segments drew criticism, particularly Rachel Bloom's appearance in episode 9. NPR's Fresh Air called the show fun to watch, while Vox praised Nye's unapologetic style but noted it might alienate some viewers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who stars in Bill Nye Saves the World?
Bill Nye Saves the World stars Karlie Kloss, Derek Muller, Nazeem Hussain, Emily Calandrelli and Joanna Hausmann.
How many episodes of Bill Nye Saves the World are there?
Bill Nye Saves the World has 25 episodes across 3 seasons.
More in Television Series by Bunim/Murray Productions
Spotted an error? Know more?
Reader corrections go straight into our review queue. Suggest an edit · How this site is sourced