For thirty years the most famous scientist in the world, Stephen Hawking, defended an extraordinary idea, an idea some claimed would undermine the whole of science. It was called the information paradox. But finally a year ago Hawking had to admit that he’d been wrong all along. Now as he nears the end of his extraordinary career Stephen Hawking’s scientific legacy is being called into question like never before.
For a year Horizon has been filming behind the scenes with Hawking as he struggles to finish what many think might be his last scientific paper. If he succeeds he may be able to end his career on a high, confirming his status as one of the great figures in physics. But the odds are against him, as his physical health continues to decline.
Producer/Director: William Hicklin
Executive Producer: Malcolm Clark