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Life on Earth

1979Show1 season13 episodes

Documentary
60
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb9.1

An awe-inspiring, hopeful documentary series about history, with standout cinematography and world-building.

Good for family movie night · friends night · kids

Skip it if you want something to laugh at

Where to watch

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Not for laughs, scares or brutality.

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Episodes

1 season · 13 episodes · best: S1E10 "Theme and Variations" 9.0

Episodes

8.7

Story

A natural history by David Attenborough

The story of life, from the first primitive cells to the plants and animals that now live around us.

Feels like

  • Natural History
  • Evolutionary Science
  • Groundbreaking Documentary
  • World Immersion
  • Stunning Cinematography
  • Narrated Education
  • Biodiversity Exploration
  • Historical Scope
  • Awe-Inspiring

Cast

1 of 1 · most episodes first

Crew

Written by
David Attenborough
Produced by
John Sparks, Richard Brock
Music by
Edward Williams

Everyone

Pick a department, or search for a name or a job (“editor”, “stunt”).

Facts

January 16, 1979 · April 10, 1979 · Ended

First aired
January 16, 1979
Last aired
April 10, 1979
Status
Ended
Length
1 season · 13 episodes
Genres
Documentary
Original language
English
Made in
United Kingdom
Available in
89 countries

Q&A

6 questions, like "Where can I stream Life on Earth?"

Questions about Life on Earth

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is Life on Earth worth watching?

60
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 60 (IMDb 9.1).

Is Life on Earth okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for kids.

How long does it take to watch Life on Earth?

12 h

About 12 hours: 13 episodes in 1 season of about 55 minutes each, aired from 1979 to 1979.

Will I feel good after watching Life on Earth?

BleakHopeful

Yes, it's an uplifting series: the title analysis rates it 8 of 10 for hopefulness and 7 for wholesome.

Is Life on Earth plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly plot-driven: spectacle (8 of 10) and intrigue (7 of 10) carry it more than its characters do.