A light-hearted exploration of maths and science, presented by Johnny Ball.
Seasons and episodes
5 seasons · 30 episodes
5
- 1S5 E1
In the Balance
Jan 4, 198430 min
A 6 part series with Johnny Ball. Johnny bounces back with some lighthearted explorations into numbers and science. This week Johnny gets thrown off balance by two junior judo champions, but realising the gravity of the situation, recovers
- 2S5 E2
Bounce and Stretch
Jan 11, 198430 min
Watch Johnny spring through sand, cement and sponge cakes and discover new angles to pool playing.
- 3S5 E3
Planes and Flights of Fancy
Jan 18, 198430 min
This week Johnny Ball airs his views on Plain Planes and Flights of Fancy with the aid of paper darts, boomerangs, kites and the only model jet aircraft in the world.
- 4S5 E4
The Maze of Ways from A to B
Jan 25, 198430 min
Johnny takes off his waistcoat without removing his jacket and spins his way through maps and mazes, helped by a robot mouse. So if you're knot amused, at least you'll be amazed.
- 5S5 E5
Say it with Numbers
Feb 1, 198430 min
Johnny whistles for the thistle sifter, finds out how a turtle draws and even meets a computer that talks back. So, in a few words - sag a teat in front of the belly.
- 6S5 E6
Beat It!
Feb 8, 198430 min
This week, the last of the series, it's Think of a Number and Beat it! Johnny discovers that hitting things together goes down with a bang, crash, wobble and bonk - as well as a laugh. So if the mood strikes you-hit that button and watch ou
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Frequently asked questions
- Where can I watch Think of a Number?
- Think of a Number is not currently listed on a streaming service in the US. Use the country picker on the page to check other markets.
- How many seasons of Think of a Number are there?
- Think of a Number has 5 seasons and 30 episodes. Status: Ended.
- Will there be a new season of Think of a Number?
- Think of a Number has ended; no new episodes are scheduled. The final episode aired on February 8, 1984.
- Who stars in Think of a Number?
- Think of a Number stars Johnny Ball.
