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1 season · 2 episodes · best: S1E2 "Conquest" 8.5

Story

Meet Your planet.

Sir David Attenborough goes back in time to the roots of the tree of life, in search of the very first animals, telling their story with stunning photography, state of the art visual effects and the captivating charm of the world’s favorite naturalist.

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Nature Documentary
Evolutionary History
Stunning Visuals
Educational
Ancient Life
Sir David Attenborough
CGI Animation
Awe-Inspiring
Natural History
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2 of 2 · most episodes first

Crew

Directors: Martin Williams
Written by: David Attenborough
Music by: Joel Douek

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Facts

November 5, 2010 · November 12, 2010 · Ended

First aired: November 5, 2010
Last aired: November 12, 2010
Status: Ended
Length: 1 season · 2 episodes
Genres: Documentary, Reality
Original language: English
Made in: United Kingdom
Available in: 13 countries

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Questions about First Life

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream First Life?

It streams in 3 other countries, but not in the United States.

Is First Life worth watching?

78

GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 78 (IMDb 8.4).

Is First Life okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for kids.

How long does it take to watch First Life?

2 h

About 2 hours: 2 episodes in 1 season of about 60 minutes each, aired from 2010 to 2010.

Is First Life 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.

Will I feel good after watching First Life?

BleakHopeful

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