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The Blue Planet

2001Show1 season8 episodes

Documentary
86
ExcellentGoodWatch score
IMDb9.0

An awe-inspiring, epic documentary series about everyday modern life, with standout cinematography and world-building.

Good for family movie night · friends night · kids

Skip it if you want something to laugh at

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Not for laughs, scares or tears.

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Episodes

1 season · 8 episodes · best: S1E2 "The Deep" 8.7

Episodes

8.2

Story

A NATURAL HISTORY OF THE OCEANS.

Sir David Attenborough narrates this critically acclaimed series that dives deep into the marine environment of Planet Earth. Although two-thirds of the world's surface is covered with water, scientists know less about the oceans than they do about the surface of the moon. This limited series travels from various coasts to the poles to examine watery denizens ranging from the gigantic blue whale to microscopic coral polyps.

Feels like

  • Groundbreaking Marine Documentary
  • Stunning Underwater Cinematography
  • David Attenborough Narration
  • Educational & Informative
  • Sense of Wonder & Awe
  • Nature's Beauty
  • Intergenerational Viewing
  • Calm & Immersive Atmosphere
  • Scientific Exploration

Cast

1 of 1 · most episodes first

Crew

Directors
Alastair Fothergill
Produced by
Alastair Fothergill
Music by
George Fenton

Everyone

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Facts

September 12, 2001 · October 31, 2001 · Ended

First aired
September 12, 2001
Last aired
October 31, 2001
Status
Ended
Length
1 season · 8 episodes
Genres
Documentary
Original language
English
Made in
United Kingdom
Available in
63 countries

Q&A

5 questions, like "Where can I stream The Blue Planet?"

Questions about The Blue Planet

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Blue Planet?

PhiloDiscovery+Discovery +Planet EarthWeTV

In the United States, The Blue Planet streams on Philo, Discovery+, Discovery +, Planet Earth, and WeTV. You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. It also streams in 60 other countries.

Is The Blue Planet worth watching?

86
ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 86 (IMDb 9).

Is The Blue Planet okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for kids.

How long does it take to watch The Blue Planet?

7 h

About 7 hours: 8 episodes in 1 season of about 51 minutes each, aired from 2001 to 2001.

Can I half-watch The Blue Planet?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 5 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it drop-in friendly.