Series synopsis
Science of Stupid is a reality documentary television series that premiered on National Geographic India on March 3, 2015. It stars Maniesh Paul.
Science of Stupid reveals through science experts exactly how & why adventures turn to misadventures.
Premise
Science of Stupid reveals through science experts exactly how & why adventures turn to misadventures.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Maniesh Paul as Self - Host
Episodes
This series spans 9 seasons with 192 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 14 | March 3, 2015 | April 1, 2015 |
| Season 2 | 6 | January 23, 2016 | January 25, 2016 |
| Season 3 | 34 | March 13, 2016 | April 27, 2016 |
| Season 4 | 34 | July 11, 2016 | August 23, 2016 |
| Season 5 | 10 | July 11, 2017 | August 1, 2017 |
| Season 6 | 14 | November 7, 2018 | December 19, 2018 |
| Season 7 | 30 | February 18, 2019 | March 29, 2019 |
| Season 8 | 20 | December 9, 2019 | January 21, 2020 |
| Season 9 | 30 | January 19, 2020 | October 2, 2020 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Episode 1 Maniesh Paul shares the prerequisites for a perfect backflip and wheelie through some hilarious mishaps. |
March 3, 2015 |
| 2 |
Episode 2 Some epic blunders prove that a combustion-propelled gun aka 'The Potato Canon' is a force to be reckoned with. |
March 4, 2015 |
| 3 |
Episode 3 The sensual turns comic as some quirky mishaps prove that the pole dance is not a child's play! |
March 5, 2015 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Treadmills Vs Nincompoops Hopeless nincompoops help us decode the laws of physics through their unfortunate misadventures with treadmills, unicycles, and firecrackers. |
January 23, 2016 |
| 2 |
Don't Challenge Kinetic Energy! Some bold enthusiasts dare to challenge the laws of elasticity only to be undone by kinetic energy's fury. |
January 23, 2016 |
| 3 |
Friction Proves Its Worth! A series of flop experiments prove that ignorance is not bliss when you undermine the importance of friction. |
January 24, 2016 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Slingshot in Use Experience the Segway ride with science and feel the gravity when using a slingshot. |
March 13, 2016 |
| 2 |
Crazy Stunts! Learn the science behind spinning a Yo-Yo, diving in a pool and the art of self balancing on a bike |
March 14, 2016 |
| 3 |
Bicycle Jump Fails! Failed experiments help us understand the science behind performing a stunt on bicycle and how to hit correct snooker shot. |
March 15, 2016 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Ice Ice Baby...But Dry Ice? Using hilarious examples of brave souls who rush where angels fear to tread, Manish Paul defines the perfect formula to avoid 'Dry Ice Disasters'. |
July 11, 2016 |
| 2 |
Nose Wheelie Aka Stoppie Delve into Manish Paul's garage of scientific disclosures to avoid nose dives while attempting a stoppie. |
July 12, 2016 |
| 3 |
How To Get the Perfect Ten Manish Paul proves that amateur gymnasts must get their basics right or would definitely be catapulted to the hall of shame. |
July 13, 2016 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Snow Ramp Jump Techniques Decode the science behind running on a beach and how to perform proper snow ramp jump by investigating a series of scientific misadventures. |
July 11, 2017 |
| 2 |
Hoverboard Tricks Funny experiments help in unraveling the logic on how to successfully attempt single wheel off-roading and controlling the hoverboard. |
July 12, 2017 |
| 3 |
Canoeing Tricks Demystifying the odd experiments helps in understanding the physics of chasing the velocity, balancing and some canoeing tricks. |
July 13, 2017 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Episode 1 These scientific misadventures demystify the marvels like the motion of cars in reverse gear and the influence of gravity in lives of quadrupeds. |
November 7, 2018 |
| 2 |
Episode 2 Crazy mishaps ahead, as we clarify the science behind the movement of all-terrain vehicle and the mechanism of riding against friction. |
November 8, 2018 |
| 3 |
Episode 3 Thrilling experiments on the show, as we understand the mechanism behind scooter racing and learn more about gravity. |
November 9, 2018 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Episode 1 Maniesh shares the science of avoiding internet humiliation while riding your big wheel trike, 'ghosting' your motorbike, or simply balancing things on your head! |
February 18, 2019 |
| 2 |
Episode 2 Maniesh demonstrates many ways to fall off while gently canoeing, the science of cooly jumping over nets, or trying tricks while on crutches - don't try these on your own! |
February 19, 2019 |
| 3 |
Episode 3 Maniesh explains how to smartly head a ball, the truth about bungee jumping and the folly in playing tetherball with your best friends. |
February 20, 2019 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Episode 1 In this episode, Maniesh explains the secrets of the ninja grip and the best way to swing onto a bank. Also, learn what to avoid when parasailing behind a boat. |
December 9, 2019 |
| 2 |
Episode 2 Maniesh discusses the science behind the Parkour Press and the dangers of moving about on a boat. |
December 10, 2019 |
| 3 |
Episode 3 In this episode, learn how to become an internet sensation while jumping off a pier and precautions to be taken when you’re biking over a teeter-totter. |
December 11, 2019 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Episode 1 Learn and explore the science behind doing flips on wakeboards and diving into foam pits. |
January 19, 2020 |
| 2 |
Episode 2 In this episode, learn the trick behind water skipping on a motorbike, skiing downstairs, and golfing at the driving range. |
January 19, 2020 |
| 3 |
Episode 3 Explore the scientific logic of motorbiking through snow and riding a monowheel. |
January 21, 2020 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | National Geographic India |
|---|---|
| First aired | March 3, 2015 |
| Last aired | October 2, 2020 |
| Status | continue |