Planet Earth II

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  • TV-G
  • 2016
  • 1 Season
  • 9.5  (157,644)

Planet Earth II is a highly acclaimed television series that premiered on BBC One in 2016. The series is a sequel to the earlier installment Planet Earth and features stunning visuals and breathtaking cinematography of wildlife from across the globe, narrated by the legendary broadcaster David Attenborough.

The show is divided into six episodes, each focusing on different habitats such as islands, mountains, jungles, deserts, grasslands, and cities. Each episode takes the viewer on a journey that explores the unique ways in which animals and plants adapt to their environment and thrive in some of the most challenging places on Earth.

The first episode, Islands, explores the unique ecosystems of some of the world's most remote and isolated habitats. From the iconic giant tortoise of the Galapagos Islands to the snowflake monkeys of Japan, viewers are treated to a stunning array of wildlife that has evolved in isolation over millions of years.

The second episode, Mountains, takes us high up into some of the most breathtaking mountain ranges on Earth, showcasing the incredible adaptability of animals such as snow leopards and eagles that must survive in some of the harshest environments known to man.

Jungles, the third episode, is a sensory overload that takes us deep into the heart of some of the most diverse and complex ecosystems on the planet. From the towering canopy of the Amazon rainforest to the colorful and deadly amphibians of Madagascar, this episode is an awe-inspiring look at the rich and often hidden biodiversity of the world's tropical rainforests.

Deserts, the fourth episode, transports us to some of the world's most barren and inhospitable environments, showcasing the remarkable ways in which animals have adapted to survive in extreme heat and aridity.

Grasslands, the fifth episode, takes us to the vast savannahs of Africa and beyond, where herds of animals migrate in search of food and water, and predators such as lions and cheetahs lie in wait for their prey.

The final episode, Cities, is a fascinating look at how animals have adapted to thrive in some of the most unlikely environments imaginable: the concrete jungle. From the peregrine falcons that nest on skyscrapers to the garbage-eating raccoons of North America, this episode showcases the incredible resilience and resourcefulness of urban wildlife.

Throughout the series, viewers are treated to stunning visuals that showcase the beauty and complexity of our planet's wildlife, captured using the latest in filmmaking technology. From sweeping aerial shots to microscopic close-ups, the camera work is simply breathtaking.

However, the real star of the show is David Attenborough, whose calm and authoritative narration guides viewers through each episode with a mix of enthusiasm, curiosity, and wonder. With decades of experience in natural history programming, Attenborough is the perfect guide to this extraordinary world that we share with the other creatures of the Earth.

Overall, Planet Earth II is an incredible feat of documentary filmmaking that sets a new standard for nature programming. With a perfect balance of education and entertainment, it's a show that will leave you in awe of the natural world and inspire you to do your part in protecting it.

Planet Earth II is a series that is currently running and has 1 seasons (7 episodes). The series first aired on November 6, 2016.

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Diaries
7. Diaries
March 25, 2017
Behind the scenes with the Planet Earth II film crews as they document epic wildlife stories.
Cities
6. Cities
December 11, 2016
Cities are growing at a faster rate than any other habitat on Earth. They may seem an unlikely place for animals to thrive, but they can be a world of surprising opportunity. Leopards prowl the streets of Mumbai, peregrine falcons hunt amongst New York's skyscrapers, and a million starlings perform spectacular aerial dances over Rome. In Jodhpur, langurs are revered as religious deities and in Harar, locals live in harmony with wild hyenas. Many animals, however, struggle to cope in the urban jungle. As the architects of this environment, can humans choose to build cities that are homes for both them and wildlife?
Grasslands
5. Grasslands
December 4, 2016
Grasslands cover one quarter of all land and support the vast gatherings of wildlife, but to survive here animals must endure the most hostile seasonal changes on the planet. From Asia's bizarre looking saiga antelope, to the giant ant-eaters of Brazil, grassland animals have adapted in extraordinary ways to cope with these extremes. In the flooded Okavango, lions take on formidable buffalo in epic battles, on the Savannah bee-eaters take advantage of elephants to help catch insects and on the freezing northern tundra, caribou embark on great migrations shadowed by hungry Arctic wolves.Captured in stunning ultra-high definition detail, Planet Earth II is an immersive exploration of the islands, mountains, jungles, deserts, grasslands and cities of the world.
Deserts
4. Deserts
November 27, 2016
The world's deserts are lands of extremes, forcing animals to come up with ingenious ways to cope with the hostile conditions and giving rise to the most incredible survival stories on Earth. A pride of desert lions is so hungry they risk hunting a giraffe several times their size, while male sand grouse fly 120 miles each day to the nearest waterhole and dice with death to collect water for their chicks. Filmed for the first time, a tiny bat does battle with one of the world's deadliest scorpions. And in Madagascar a locust swarm of biblical proportions is revealed as never before.
Jungles
3. Jungles
November 20, 2016
Wildlife documentary series presented by David Attenborough. Jungles provide the richest habitats on the planet - mysterious worlds of high drama where extraordinary animals attempt to survive in the most competitive place on earth. Flooded forests are home to caiman-hunting jaguars and strange dolphins that swim amongst the tree tops, while in the dense underworld, ninja frogs fight off wasps and flying dragons soar between trees. Acrobatic indri leap through the forests of Madagascar, while the jungle night conceals strange fungi and glow-in-the-dark creatures never filmed before.
Mountains
2. Mountains
November 13, 2016
The great mountain ranges are some of the planet's most spectacular landscapes but they are unforgiving places to live in. Only few pioneering animals have what it takes to endure at extreme altitude.Mountain animals are also among the most elusive in the world, yet this second episode in the Planet Earth II series provides unique and intimate glimpses into their secretive lives. Witness the moment four snow leopards come together when a mother and cub become trapped between two rival males. Join Grizzly bears as they 'pole-dance' against trees to rub off their winter fur and soar with Golden eagles hunting among Europe's snow-capped peaks.
Islands
1. Islands
November 6, 2016
Remote islands offer sanctuary for some of the Planet's strangest and rarest creatures. The rare pygmy three-toed sloth enjoys a peaceful existence on an idyllic Caribbean island, while nesting albatross thrive in predator-free isolation.But island life always comes at a cost. On the Galapagos Islands, young marine iguana must escape an onslaught of deadly racer snakes the moment they hatch from the sand.On the Sub-Antarctic island of Zavodovski life gets more extreme still; every day 1.5 million penguins risk being battered against the rocks by fierce waves as they try to get on and off the island.
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Where to Watch Planet Earth II
Planet Earth II is available for streaming on the BBC One website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Planet Earth II on demand at Max, Discovery+, Amazon Prime, Amazon, Vudu, Sling and Google Play.
  • Premiere Date
    November 6, 2016
  • IMDB Rating
    9.5  (157,644)