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A Gorilla Story: Told by David Attenborough

2026Movie1 h 18 minPG

Documentary
81
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb8.0Metacritic–8.5

A heartwarming, nostalgic documentary movie about everyday modern life and family, with standout performances and cinematography.

Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

Skip it if you want something to laugh at · you want dark or edgy material

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Story

Veteran naturalist Sir David Attenborough tells the story of a remarkable group of gorillas, from his first encounter in the '70s to the present day.

Feels like

  • Heartwarming Nature Documentary
  • David Attenborough's Legacy
  • Gorilla Family Dynamics
  • Visual Splendor of the Wild
  • Educational & Inspiring
  • Nostalgic Journey Through Time
  • Conservation Awareness
  • Soothing Narration
  • Family-Friendly Entertainment
  • Majestic Wildlife Cinematography

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Crew

Directed by
James Reed, Callum Webster
Written by
James Reed, Callum Webster
Produced by
Alastair Fothergill
Music by
Richard Collins, Patrick Jonsson

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Facts

April 16, 2026 · 1 h 18 min · PG

Released
April 16, 2026
Runtime
1 h 18 min
Age rating
PG
Genres
Documentary
Original language
English
Made in
United Kingdom, United States
Available in
131 countries

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Where can I stream A Gorilla Story: Told by David Attenborough?

Netflix

In the United States, A Gorilla Story: Told by David Attenborough streams on Netflix. It also streams in 130 other countries.

Is A Gorilla Story: Told by David Attenborough worth watching?

81
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 81 (IMDb 8).

Is A Gorilla Story: Told by David Attenborough okay for kids?

PG

Yes: it's rated PG in the United States, and the viewing guide lists it for kids.

Will I feel good after watching A Gorilla Story: Told by David Attenborough?

BleakHopeful

Yes, it's an uplifting movie: the title analysis rates it 9 of 10 for wholesome and 8 for hopefulness.

Is A Gorilla Story: Told by David Attenborough plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (8 of 10) and dialogue centrality (8 of 10) more than on its plot.