Name: Episode 9 — The Rise of a Wonder Drug
Released: 1986-03-18
Duration: 55 min

NOVA (1974 – ...)

1974 • 53 seasons • Documentary • TV-PG

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Episode 9 — The Rise of a Wonder Drug

Released: 1986-03-18 • Documentary

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When Alexander Fleming discovered the penicillin mold in 1928, he never considered its possible therapeutic value. NOVA explores the "Fleming myth" and reveals the true story of the scientists who worked behind the scenes to develop the wonder drug of the century.

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Episode air date	18.03.1986
Episode runtime	55 min
Episode rating	0.00
Genres	Documentary
TMDB series rating	7.0
IMDb series rating	8.7
Series status	Returning series
Age rating	6+
Country	US

NOVA (1974 – ...)

Episode 9 — The Rise of a Wonder Drug

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