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The Nature of Things

1960·Show
664Episodes in64Seasons·TV-PG
IMDb8.3
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The Nature of Things fingerprint

Striking style, no humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Spectacle6
  • Tension3
  • Adrenaline2

Heart

Wondrous and nostalgic

  • Wonder8
  • Nostalgia7
  • Hopefulness6

Humor

Serious throughout

  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Satire & Parody1
  • Situational Comedy0

World

Everyday modern life and society

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion9
  • Rewatchability6
  • Novelty5

Craft

Standout direction

  • Direction8
  • Narrative Structure7
  • Dialogue Quality6

Style

Standout cinematography, editing, and score

  • Cinematography9
  • Editing8
  • Music Composition8

Who it's for

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About

The Nature of Things is a Canadian television series of documentary programs. It debuted on CBC Television on November 6, 1960. Many of the programs document nature and the effect that humans have on it. The program was one of the first to explore environmental issues, such as clear-cut logging. The series is named after an epic poem by Roman philosopher Lucretius: "Dē Rērum Nātūrā" — On the Nature of Things.
Natural History DocumentaryVisually StunningEducational & InformativeImmersive Sound DesignEcological AwarenessSlow-Paced ObservationFamily-Friendly LearningCinematic GrandeurReflective Tone

Crew

Directed by:
Gwyn Williams, Mike Downie, Tom Ranson
Written by:
Christopher Sumpton, Gwyn Williams, Tom Ranson
Produced by:
Merit Jensen-Carr, Michael Allder, Caroline Underwood
Composed by:
John Kanakis

Sequels and Prequels

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Where can I stream The Nature of Things legally?

fuboTV

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Is The Nature of Things worth watching?

77
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 78/100 (IMDb 8.3). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Nature of Things rated?

TV-PG

It's rated TV-PG in the United States.

How many seasons does The Nature of Things have?

64 seasons

It has 64 seasons with 664 episodes and is still in production.

When did The Nature of Things air?

It started in 1960 and is still in production.

What language is The Nature of Things in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in Canada.

In how many countries can I watch The Nature of Things?

3CADKUS

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