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The War of the World

The War of the World

Description: When astronomers detect a transmission from another galaxy, it is definitive proof of intelligent extraterrestrial life.
Genre: Documentary
Year Released: 2006
Number of seasons: 1
Number of episodes: 6
First episode air date: June 12, 2006
Network: Canal+
Language: French
Directors: Gilles Coulier, Richard Clark
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