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Trials of Life

1990Show1 season12 episodes

Documentary
86
ExcellentGoodWatch score
IMDb8.9

An awe-inspiring, epic documentary series about growing up, with standout cinematography and world-building.

Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

Skip it if you want something to laugh at

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Not for laughs, scares or romance.

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Episodes

1 season · 12 episodes · best: S1E6 "Homemaking" 9.2

Episodes

8.9

Story

Each of the twelve 50-minute episodes features a different aspect of the journey through life, from birth to adulthood and continuation of the species through reproduction.

Feels like

  • Nature Documentary
  • Wildlife Exploration
  • Life Cycle Focus
  • Educational & Informative
  • Stunning Cinematography
  • Animal Behavior
  • Survival Themes
  • Global Ecosystems
  • Awe-Inspiring

Cast

1 of 1 · most episodes first

Crew

Directors
Mike Gunton
Produced by
Peter Jones
Music by
George Fenton

Everyone

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

Facts

October 4, 1990 · December 20, 1990 · Ended

First aired
October 4, 1990
Last aired
December 20, 1990
Status
Ended
Length
1 season · 12 episodes
Content
Violence, Disturbing Imagery
Genres
Documentary
Original language
English
Made in
United Kingdom
Available in
9 countries

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5 questions, like "Where can I stream Trials of Life?"

Questions about Trials of Life

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Trials of Life?

BritboxBBC Select

In the United States, Trials of Life streams on Britbox and BBC Select. It also streams in 3 other countries.

Is Trials of Life worth watching?

86
ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 86 (IMDb 8.9).

Is Trials of Life okay for kids?

ViolenceDisturbing imagery

Yes: its content advisories are violence and disturbing imagery, and the viewing guide lists it for kids.

How long does it take to watch Trials of Life?

10 h

About 10 hours: 12 episodes in 1 season of about 49 minutes each, aired from 1990 to 1990.

Will I feel good after watching Trials of Life?

BleakHopeful

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