Life After People

Life After People (2009- )

RunningDocumentary showScience-Fiction, Mystery, Nature

What would happen to planet earth if the human race were to suddenly disappear forever? Would ecosystems thrive? What remnants of our industrialized world would survive? What would crumble fastest? From the ruins of ancient civilizations to present day cities devastated by natural disasters, history gives us clues to these questions and many more in the visually stunning and thought-provoking special, Life After People.

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Scheduleevery Monday at 22:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S03E08Ticking Time BombsSep 13, 2025
S03E07Built to LastAug 25, 2025
S03E06The Underground RisesAug 18, 2025
S03E05Home on the StrangeAug 11, 2025
S03E04Sands of TimeAug 4, 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Life After People premiere?

Life After People premiered on January 21, 2009.

Who narrated Life After People?

James Lurie narrated Life After People.

How many episodes does Life After People have?

Life After People has 20 episodes.

What is the concept of Life After People?

Life After People explores what might happen to the world if humans suddenly disappeared.

What types of locations are shown in Life After People?

Life After People shows what would happen to various types of locations, including cities, landmarks, and homes.

What is the role of experts in Life After People?

Experts are interviewed in Life After People to provide insight into the impact of human disappearance on the world.

What is the visual style of Life After People?

Life After People uses CGI to create realistic depictions of the various locations and scenarios explored in the show.

Does Life After People focus on any specific region or location?

Life After People explores the potential consequences of human disappearance on a global scale, rather than focusing on any specific region or location.

What scientific concepts are explored in Life After People?

Life After People explores various scientific concepts, such as decay, the effects of natural disasters, and the resilience of nature.

Are there any fictional elements in Life After People?

Life After People does not include any fictional elements and focuses solely on the scientific and historical implications of human disappearance.

What is the tone of Life After People?

Life After People is a serious and thought-provoking show that encourages viewers to think about the impact humans have on the world.

Has Life After People won any awards?

Life After People has been nominated for several awards, including a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Special Visual Effects.

What other shows or movies are similar to Life After People?

Shows and movies that explore similar concepts to Life After People include The World Without Us and The Day the Earth Stood Still.

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Also known as

  • Жизнь без людей (Russian Federation)
  • Жизнь после людей (Russian Federation)

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