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The Journey of Man: A Genetic Odyssey

The Journey of Man: A Genetic Odyssey

Many geneticists and archaeologists have long surmised that human life began in Africa. Dr. Spencer Wells, one of a group of scientists studying the origin of human life, offers evidence and theories to support such a thesis in this PBS special. He claims that Africa was populated by only a few thousand people that some deserted their homeland in a conquest that has resulted in global domination.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Journey of Man: A Genetic Odyssey
  • Genres: Documentary
  • Release Date: 2003-01-21
  • Runtime: 120 minutes
  • Rating: 7.2/10 (5 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: PBS
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.7259
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Spencer Wells

Spencer Wells

as Host

Gallery

Movie scene

External Links

Keywords

geneticsbiologyafricadnanatural historygeographydiaspora

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Journey of Man: A Genetic Odyssey?

The Journey of Man: A Genetic Odyssey is a Documentary movie directed by . It was released on 2003-01-21.

Who are the main actors in The Journey of Man: A Genetic Odyssey?

The main cast includes Spencer Wells, .

Where can I watch The Journey of Man: A Genetic Odyssey online?

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Is The Journey of Man: A Genetic Odyssey based on a true story?

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What is the IMDb rating of The Journey of Man: A Genetic Odyssey?

The Journey of Man: A Genetic Odyssey has an IMDb rating of 7.2/10 based on 5 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Journey of Man: A Genetic Odyssey?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Journey of Man: A Genetic Odyssey?

The soundtrack was composed by PBS. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Journey of Man: A Genetic Odyssey filmed?

The Journey of Man: A Genetic Odyssey was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Journey of Man: A Genetic Odyssey?

The total runtime of The Journey of Man: A Genetic Odyssey is 120 minutes.

Is The Journey of Man: A Genetic Odyssey suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to The Journey of Man: A Genetic Odyssey?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Journey of Man: A Genetic Odyssey.

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