Why the Moon? Our Mysterious Neighbor

The Moon is our closest neighbor in space, and yet it remains one of the most mysterious objects in the solar system. This video explores the reasons why the Moon is so important to us, and what we still don't know about it.
The Moon has been a source of fascination for humans for centuries. It has inspired art, literature, and mythology. But what is the Moon really? And why is it so important to us? This video will explore the science of the Moon and its significance to our planet.
The Artemis missions will build a community on the Moon, driving a new lunar economy and inspiring a new generation. Narrator Drew Barrymore and NASA team members explain why returning to the Moon is the natural next step in human exploration, and how the lessons learned from Artemis will pave the way to Mars and beyond. As NASA prepares to launch the Orion spacecraft and Space Launch System rocket on the uncrewed Artemis I mission around the Moon, we’ve already begun to take the next step.

Video Credits:
Writer: Paul Wizikowski
Directors: Paul Wizikowski and Ryan Cristelli
Editor: Phil Sexton
Producers: Barbara Zelon and Aly Lee