On July 31st 2008, scientists heading NASA*s Phoenix mission announced the first definitive proof that water exists on Mars opening up the tantalizing possibility that life may exist there, too. The sensational announcement was the capstone of an astonishing five years of robotic exploration on the Red Planet, pioneered by the Jet Propulsion Lab*s twin rovers, Spirit and Opportunity. Surviving far longer than originally expected, the hardy little rovers had found many tantalizing hints that liquid water must have been present. On top of their success, Phoenix*s final confirmation is the triumphant finale to an enthralling scientific detective story and intense drama, one told with unique behind-the-scenes access in this extraordinary one hour documentary.

Running Time: 58 mins

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