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Nature

1982·Show
697Episodes in45Seasons·TV-G
84
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IMDb8.9
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Nature fingerprint

Striking style, no humor.

Energy

Spectacular

  • Spectacle7
  • Violence4
  • Tension3

Heart

Awe-inspiring and wholesome

  • Wonder9
  • Wholesome8
  • Hopefulness7

Humor

Serious throughout

  • Situational Comedy0
  • Wit & Wordplay0
  • Physical Comedy0

World

Kept in the background

Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.

  • World Immersion9
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability8

Craft

Standout direction

  • Direction8
  • Dialogue Quality7
  • Narrative Structure5

Style

Standout cinematography, editing, and score

  • Cinematography9
  • Editing8
  • Music Composition8

Who it's for

AdultsFamily Movie NightIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchBinge-FriendlyComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

Consistently stunning documentaries transport viewers to far-flung locations ranging from the torrid African plains to the chilly splendours of icy Antarctica. The show's primary focus is on animals and ecosystems around the world. A comic book based on the show, meant to be used an as educational tool for kids, was briefly distributed to museums and schools at no cost in the mid-2000s.
Nature DocumentaryEducational Visual JourneyAwe-Inspiring WildlifeCalm & MeditativeHigh-Quality CinematographyFamily-Friendly LearningAtmospheric Sound DesignBiological IntrigueSerene EscapismClassic TV Archive

Crew

Directed by:
Helen Shaver, Ann Johnson Prum, John Downer
Written by:
Ann Johnson Prum, Ginger Kathrens, Janet Hess
Produced by:
Susan Fleming, Fred Kaufman, Ginger Kathrens
Composed by:
Brian Bennett, Edward Williams, Noah Sorota

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Nature

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Nature legally?

HooplaYouTube TVPBSSpectrum On DemandKQEDThirteenWETA+

Nature is included with a subscription to YouTube TV, PBS, Thirteen, and WETA+ in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla, PBS, and Spectrum On Demand. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Nature worth watching?

84
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 84/100 (IMDb 8.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Nature rated?

TV-G

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

How many seasons does Nature have?

45 seasons

It has 45 seasons with 697 episodes of about 53 minutes each and is still in production.

When did Nature air?

It started in 1982 and is still in production.

What language is Nature in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in Germany, United States.

In how many countries can I watch Nature?

9ATAUCADEFRGBIENLUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Nature in 9 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Nature use?

Land Down UnderNarrative-Driven Nature DocumentaryOne-Word Title

TV Tropes lists 3 storytelling tropes for Nature, including Land Down Under, Narrative-Driven Nature Documentary, One-Word Title.