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1. Planet Earth (2006)
TV-PG | 49 min | Documentary, Family
A documentary series on the wildlife found on Earth. Each episode covers a different habitat: deserts, mountains, deep oceans, shallow seas, forests, caves, polar regions, fresh water, plains and jungles. Narrated by David Attenborough.
Stars: Sigourney Weaver, David Attenborough, Nikolay Drozdov, Thomas Anguti Johnston
Votes: 220,993
2. Our Planet (2019–2023)
TV-PG | 50 min | Documentary
Explores and unravels the mystery of how and why animals migrate, showing some of the most dramatic and compelling stories in the natural world through spectacular and innovative cinematography.
Star: David Attenborough
Votes: 51,849
3. Life on Our Planet (2023– )
TV-PG | 60 min | Documentary
The incredible story of life's epic, four-billion-year journey on Earth comes alive in this series from Steven Spielberg and the team behind "Our Planet."
Star: Morgan Freeman
Votes: 5,545
4. Nature (1982– )
TV-PG | 60 min | Documentary, Family
Documentary series exploring various global wildlife issues and subjects.
Stars: F. Murray Abraham, George Page, Chris Morgan, David Attenborough
Votes: 847
5. The Blue Planet (2001)
TV-G | 49 min | Documentary
Mammoth series, five years in the making, taking a look at the rich tapestry of life in the world's oceans.
Stars: David Attenborough, Pierce Brosnan, Peter Scoones
Votes: 42,815
6. David Attenborough: A Life on Our Planet (2020 TV Movie)
PG | 83 min | Documentary, Biography
One man has seen more of the natural world than any other. This unique feature documentary is his witness statement.
Directors: Alastair Fothergill, Jonathan Hughes, Keith Scholey | Stars: David Attenborough, Max Hughes
Votes: 34,619
7. Frozen Planet (2011–2012)
TV-PG | 33 min | Documentary
Focuses on life and the environment in both the Arctic and Antarctic.
Stars: David Attenborough, Alec Baldwin, Chadden Hunter, Michael Kelem
Votes: 33,064
8. A Perfect Planet (2021)
TV-PG | 41 min | Documentary
Perfect Planet analyzes, in five episodes, how the forces of nature, including the power of the Sun or even humans, drive and shape life on Earth.
Stars: David Attenborough, Toby Nowlan, Chadden Hunter, Huw Cordey
Votes: 3,093
9. Bears (I) (2014)
G | 78 min | Documentary, Family
A documentary that follows an Alaskan bear family as its young cubs are taught life's most important lessons.
Directors: Alastair Fothergill, Keith Scholey, Adam Chapman | Star: John C. Reilly
Votes: 7,109 | Gross: $17.77M
10. National Geographic Explorer (1985– )
120 min | Documentary, History
A weekly series of short documentary segments funded by the National Geographic Society and done in the style of the National Geographic Specials. In 2003, the show was re-branded National ... See full summary »
Stars: Salvatore Vecchio, Peter Coyote, Lisa Ling, Ryan Duffy
Votes: 318
11. Earth (2007)
G | 90 min | Documentary
Feature-length version of the documentary TV series Planet Earth (2006), following the migration paths of four animal families.
Directors: Alastair Fothergill, Mark Linfield | Stars: James Earl Jones, Patrick Stewart, Anggun, Ulrich Tukur
Votes: 14,746 | Gross: $38.05M
12. Breakfast (2000– )
180 min | News, Talk-Show
The BBC's flagship morning news programme covering current affairs, business and sports, plus guest interviews and weather reports.
Stars: Charlie Stayt, Carol Kirkwood, Bill Turnbull, Sian Williams
Votes: 422
13. Dancing with the Birds (2019)
52 min | Documentary
From ruffling their majestic feathers to nailing im-peck-able courtship routines, birds in paradise flaunt their best moves in hopes of landing a mate.
Director: Huw Cordey | Star: Stephen Fry
Votes: 2,763
14. Wild Isles (2023)
TV-G | 290 min | Documentary
Sir David Attenborough narrates a documentary about the natural animals in the British Isles and Ireland.
Stars: David Attenborough, Chris Howard, Doug Anderson, Jesse Wilkinson
Votes: 987
15. Chimpanzee (2011)
G | 78 min | Documentary, Family
Meet adorable young chimp Oscar and his fellow mayhem-creating buddies, who see the world as their playground. Full of curiosity, joy and a love for mimicking others, these are some of the most extraordinary personalities in the jungle.
Directors: Alastair Fothergill, Mark Linfield | Star: Tim Allen
Votes: 6,372 | Gross: $28.97M
16. The Hunt (II) (2015)
TV-PG | 64 min | Documentary
The fascinating relationship between predators and their prey, and the strategies predators use to catch their food and prey use to escape death.
Stars: David Attenborough, Jamie McPherson, Huw Cordey, Hugh Pearson
Votes: 4,376
17. African Cats (2010)
G | 89 min | Documentary, Adventure
Meet Mara, an endearing lion cub striving to be like her mother; Sita, a cheetah and single mother of five; and Fang, a proud leader of the pride who must defend his family from a rival lion.
Directors: Keith Scholey, Alastair Fothergill | Stars: Samuel L. Jackson, Patrick Stewart
Votes: 6,741 | Gross: $15.42M
18. Monkey Kingdom (2015)
G | 81 min | Documentary
Life is an adventure for a young monkey and her son, living among ancient ruins in the jungle. But when her family is forced from their home, she must lead them to safety amidst strange new creatures and surroundings.
Directors: Mark Linfield, Alastair Fothergill | Star: Tina Fey
Votes: 4,179 | Gross: $16.43M
19. Penguins (2019)
G | 76 min | Documentary, Family
A coming-of-age story about an Adélie penguin named Steve who joins millions of fellow males in the icy Antarctic spring on a quest to build a suitable nest, find a life partner and start a family.
Directors: Alastair Fothergill, Jeff Wilson, Mark Linfield | Star: Ed Helms
Votes: 1,880 | Gross: $7.70M
20. Deep Blue (2003)
G | 83 min | Documentary
Join a voyage through aquatic realms where humans have rarely dared to go. Waddle with playful penguins, dart with lightning speed through schools of sharks, ride over stormy waves with massive whales and view rare alien-like creatures.
Directors: Andy Byatt, Alastair Fothergill | Stars: Pierce Brosnan, Michael Gambon, David Attenborough, Frank Glaubrecht
Votes: 3,149 | Gross: $0.13M
21. Breaking Boundaries: The Science of Our Planet (2021 TV Movie)
TV-PG | 73 min | Documentary
David Attenborough and scientist Johan Rockström examine Earth's biodiversity collapse and how this crisis can still be averted.
Director: Jonathan Clay | Stars: David Attenborough, Elena Bennett, Jason Box, Terry Hughes
Votes: 3,291
22. Geek Girls Universe Podcast (2019 Podcast Series)
Talk-Show
Your home for geeky goodness.
Stars: Jana Seitzer, Ashley Saunders, Patty Holliday, Jon Levine
Votes: 13
23. Polar Bear (2022)
PG | 84 min | Documentary
Follows a new mother as she prepares to navigate motherhood in the challenging world that polar bears face today.
Directors: Alastair Fothergill, Jeff Wilson | Star: Catherine Keener
Votes: 841
24. Dolphin Reef (2018)
G | 77 min | Documentary, Family
Echo, a young Pacific dolphin, seems far more interested in exploring his spectacular coral reef home than learning to survive in it. But lessons from his family may encourage Echo to master his vital role in the marine community.
Directors: Keith Scholey, Alastair Fothergill | Star: Natalie Portman
Votes: 1,260
25. Charlie Rose (1991–2017)
60 min | News, Talk-Show
Charlie Rose interviews noteworthy people in fields including politics and government, business and economics, science and technology, media, sports and the arts.
Stars: Charlie Rose, Mark Halperin, Al Hunt, Thomas Friedman
Votes: 1,170
26. Elephant (II) (2020)
G | 86 min | Documentary, Adventure, Biography
African elephant Shani and her spirited son Jomo set out on an epic journey with their herd, traveling hundreds of miles across the vast Kalahari Desert from the Okavango delta to the Zambezi River.
Directors: Mark Linfield, Vanessa Berlowitz, Alastair Fothergill | Star: Meghan Markle
Votes: 2,421
27. The Really Wild Show (1986–2006)
25 min | Documentary, Family
A weekly look at creatures in the wild.
Stars: Michaela Strachan, Chris Packham, Howie Watkins, Terry Nutkins
Votes: 96
28. The Trials of Life (1990)
600 min | Documentary
Each of the twelve 50-minute episodes features a different aspect of the journey through life, from birth to adulthood and continuation of the species through reproduction.
Star: David Attenborough
Votes: 1,883
29. Dolphin Reef (XV) (2018)
76 min | Documentary
A dive in the heart of the ocean to discover, understand, love a world still mysterious and surprising. A world where nature invents wonderful colors, shapes and sounds. The ocean is unique... See full summary »
Directors: Keith Scholey, Alastair Fothergill | Star: Cécile de France
Votes: 201
30. Diving Deep: The Life and Times of Mike deGruy (2019)
83 min | Documentary
When ocean explorer and filmmaker Mike deGruy dies unexpectedly in an accident, his wife returns to the edit room to make a film.
Director: Mimi Armstrong DeGruy | Stars: Gracie Atkins, Paul Atkins, David Attenborough, James Cameron
Votes: 97
31. Our Planet: Behind the Scenes (2019 TV Movie)
TV-G | 63 min | Documentary
Looks at the hardships and drama of capturing footage from Our Planet (2019).
Directors: Huw Cordey, Sophie Lanfear, Ilaira Mallalieu, Kieran O'Donovan, Hugh Pearson, Gisle Sverdrup | Stars: David Attenborough, Regis Passera, Mark Smith, Paul Stewart
Votes: 1,944
32. Bear Witness (2022)
G | 83 min | Documentary
A journey alongside the filmmakers behind Disneynature's Polar Bear (2022) as they face profound challenges 300 miles from the North Pole to film one of the planet's most intriguing creatures.
Directors: Alastair Fothergill, Jeff Wilson | Stars: Blair Underwood, Jon Aars, Tom Foreman, Bjorne Kvernmo
Votes: 174
33. Life in the Freezer (1993)
30 min | Documentary
Series exploring the natural history of Antarctica.
Star: David Attenborough
Votes: 1,546
34. The Living Edens (1997– )
Not Rated | Documentary
A nature documentary series exploring Earth's most pristine and diverse ecosystems, showcasing their beauty and wildlife.
Stars: Sally Kellerman, Linda Hunt, Peter Coyote, James Coburn
Votes: 62
35. Great Wildlife Moments (2003)
108 min | Documentary
Directors: Alastair Fothergill, Adrian Warren | Star: David Attenborough
36. Penguins: Life on the Edge (2020)
G | 78 min | Documentary, Family
Follows the witty and tenacious team of filmmakers behind Disneynature's Penguins (2019), a coming-of-age story about an Adélie penguin named Steve.
Directors: Alastair Fothergill, Jeff Wilson | Stars: Blair Underwood, Matthew Aeberhard, John Aitchison, Doug Anderson
Votes: 198
37. The Media Show (1987–1991)
60 min | Documentary
Stars: Emma Freud, Muriel Gray, John Hegarty, Judith Williamson
Votes: 31
38. Planet Earth: The Future (2006)
60 min | Documentary
The three-part series features experts discussing the environmental and conservation issues at stake and asks how much of the world revealed in Planet Earth will ever be seen again.
Stars: Simon Poland, David Attenborough, Roger Payne, Chadden Hunter
Votes: 298
39. Die Johannes B. Kerner Show (1998–2009)
60 min | Talk-Show
The Johannes B. Kerner Show - a talk show with guests.
Stars: Johannes B. Kerner, Johann Lafer, Sarah Wiener, Horst Lichter
Votes: 236
41. LCJ Q&A Podcast (2011 Podcast Series)
Talk-Show
Insightful interviews with top content creators from the world of entertainment.
Stars: Jackson Murphy, Lorene Scafaria, Kirk DeMicco, Dan Povenmire
42. Sunday AM (2005– )
60 min | News, Talk-Show
Presenter Andrew Marr talks to invited guests from politics, broadcasting and the arts to review the week's events making the news, and discuss the headlines in the Sunday newspapers.
Stars: Andrew Marr, Susanna Reid, Matt Taylor, Sophie Raworth
Votes: 162
43. Planet Earth: The Filmmakers' Story (2007 TV Movie)
TV-PG | 87 min | Documentary
Discover what it takes to make the ultimate portrait of our planet as we go behind the scenes of Planet Earth. Learn how filmmakers create long, powerful sequences that have never been ... See full summary »
Director: Alastair Fothergill | Stars: Doug Allan, Vanessa Berlowitz, Alastair Fothergill, Mark Linfield
Votes: 21
45. Earthshot: How to Save Our Planet
Documentary | Announced
Follows Prince William, scientists, environmentalists and wildlife experts showing us exactly how planet Earth can be brought back from the brink.
Star: Prince William of Wales
46. The Way We Went Wild (2004 TV Movie)
180 min | Documentary
Directors: Andy Baybutt, Susan Kemp | Stars: Josette Simon, Doug Allan, David Attenborough, Richard Attenborough
Votes: 51
47. Abyss Live (2003 TV Movie)
180 min | Documentary
Director: Simon Nash | Stars: Michael deGruy, Alastair Fothergill, Kate Humble, Bruce Robison
Votes: 16
48. Wild Britain (1986–1987)
30 min | Documentary
Stars: Michael Jordan, Nicola Davies, Peaches Golding, David Attenborough
50. The Making of 'Deep Blue' (2006 Video)
51 min | Documentary
The story behind the video in the documentary 'Deep Blue'.
Director: Alastair Fothergill | Stars: Doug Allan, Stefan Beiten, Andy Byatt, Bob Cranston
Votes: 21