This revealing biography of Earth tells the astonishing four-billion-year story of the planet we call home. Right from the first raindrops turning it into a water world up to the extreme changes in climate and the collision of whole continents, Earth takes centre stage.
Cast: James Tovell, Duncan Singh, Cat Gale, Ben Wilson, Thomas Hewitson, David Briggs, Andrew Cohen, Rob Liddell
Episode 1Chris Packham explores Earth's worst mass extinction 252 million years ago, when up to 90% of species died and life was pushed to the brink. Yet life recovered, and a new geological era began that led to the age of the dinosaurs.
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Episode 2Earth's deep freeze began with fire: 800 million years ago, the supercontinent Rodinia broke apart. The rifting drew huge amounts of carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, triggering a chain of events that sent global temperatures plummeting long before dinosaurs or animal life.
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Episode 3Chris Packham tells how plant life transformed Earth from a barren rock into a green world over 4.5 billion years. From a water world with no land, asteroid strikes triggered plate tectonics, leading to fungi, soil and swamp forests, before early plants locked up carbon dioxide and temperatures plunged.
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Episode 4When the Earth first formed from clouds of dust and gas 4.6 billion years ago, it was - like so many other lifeless worlds in the universe - devoid of an atmosphere, an inhospitable rock floating in the black void of space. But as the young planet is pummelled by asteroids, a period of extraordinary upheaval begins.
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Episode 5Today, Earth is a human world, home to eight billion people and counting. Humans now have a greater effect in shaping Earth's surface than many natural processes. Chris Packham explores how dramatic twists in Earth's story enabled humans to go from being part of nature to controlling it and what can be learnt from this epic tale before it's too late.
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This wildlife drama follows four charismatic African animal families in Zambia's Luangwa Valley. Filmed over four years, it captures the highs and lows of their intertwined lives as they battle for survival and power. Follow leopard mother Olimba, wild dog queen Storm, hyenas Tandala and Thentha, and lioness Lara as they navigate family bonds, rivalry, dominance, and change.
Ben Fogle journeys to some of the world's most remote places to meet people who've abandoned the rat race for a life transformed. From Norway to Kenya, Portugal to Chile, he encounters bold individuals who traded debt and daily grind for freedom in wild, often unforgiving landscapes - and discovers what it truly takes to reinvent your life on the edge of civilisation.
Mammals, the most loved group of all animals, are found on every continent and in every ocean, from the frozen wildernesses to the densest jungles, in the hottest deserts and the darkest depths. Discover the secrets to their success - their winning design, incredible adaptability, unrivalled intelligence and unique sociability.
Simon Reeve explores Cumbria, meeting everyone from submarine workers to hill farmers as he uncovers fresh insights into this remarkable region. In the heart of the Lake District - England's largest national park - he discovers its rugged beauty, the challenges facing its fragile wildlife, and the powerful debates around development, sustainability and bold new energy projects.
Cutting edge spy cameras called spy creatures go deep into the ocean, revealing the surprising and hidden lives of its extraordinary creatures.
The world's leading expert on tigers, Valmik Thapar reveals the secrets of their natural history for the first time. From his jungle house on the edge of the Ranthambore Tiger Reserve, he reflects on the tiger's tumultuous history over the last 50 years, from a terrified, hunted beast to a confident predator thriving in the protected reserve of Ranthambore.
The anthology series features some of the best episodes from shows that feature our home planet, Planet Earth. Delve into the plant and animal life that thrives all over the globe - from the depths of the ocean to the most remote jungles on the planet.
Big Cats 24/7 returns to Botswana's Okavango Delta for a thrilling second season. Over five months, an expert team captures extraordinary footage of big cats facing floods, drought and fierce survival battles. Lionesses defend their pride, cheetah Pobe fights to protect her cubs, and new mother Serama struggles to raise cubs fathered by an unknown male, revealing nature at its most dramatic.
Embark on a breathtaking journey across Asia's wildest landscapes - from scorching deserts and icy Siberia to lush jungles and vibrant coral seas. Discover rare bears, rhinos, and big cats, and marvel at wildlife thriving even in bustling cities. A dazzling tribute to Earth's largest continent!
Follow the real-life adventures of six tiny animals as they journey into the unknown , across rainforests, mountains and wetlands.
Discover the innovation, skill and technology behind your favourite foods and everyday goods. Historian Ruth Goodman explores how iconic products were invented and why they endured, while Cherry Healey investigates the science behind popular items such as gingerbread, Jammie Dodgers, lawnmowers and oven chips.
Actor and comedian Alexander Armstrong travels across India to discover how it evolved from a former colony into a rising global power. Exploring Mumbai, Jaipur and Bangalore, he meets entrepreneurs, dabbawalas and winemakers, uncovering the traditions, innovations and contradictions shaping modern India. Along the way, he reveals a nation of remarkable diversity, ambition and complexity.
Six dig sites, six stories, six prehistoric heroes. This reimagined series brings dinosaurs to life with cutting-edge effects and character-driven drama. Experience perilous journeys, fierce battles, and even love in the age of dinosaurs - over 66 million years ago.
Human explores the extraordinary story of Homo sapiens, tracing our journey from Africa 300,000 years ago to becoming the dominant species. Using the latest DNA research, fossil discoveries and cutting-edge science, the series uncovers key moments in human evolution. Visiting important archaeological sites worldwide, it reveals how our ancestors survived, adapted and shaped the modern world.
Stanley Tucci: Searching for Italy is a travel and food series where Stanley Tucci explores Italy's regions, uncovering their unique culinary traditions and cultural heritage. From Naples' pizza to Sicily's pasta alla Norma, he meets locals, chefs, and artisans to reveal how history and geography shape Italian cuisine.