Life on Earth

Life on Earth (1979)

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Life on Earth is a television natural history series made by the BBC in association with Warner Bros. and Reiner Moritz Productions. It was transmitted in the UK from 16 January 1979.

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Scheduleevery Tuesday (50 min)

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The Compulsive Communicators
Season 1Episode 1350 min

The Compulsive Communicators

A look for crucial clues that help to explain how and why we have come to dominate life on Earth. He traces back the African origins of humans to nearly three million years ago, and along the way he goes into caves in Southern France where stone-age people created imaginative paintings of ice-age animals. He also travels to Papua New Guinea to find some hunter-gatherers who have never before set eyes on white people
Apr 10, 1979

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E13The Compulsive CommunicatorsApr 10, 1979
S01E12Life in the TreesApr 3, 1979
S01E11The Hunters and HuntedMar 27, 1979
S01E10Theme and VariationsMar 20, 1979
S01E09The Rise of the MammalsMar 13, 1979
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'Life on Earth' premiere?

'Life on Earth' premiered on January 16, 1979.

Who narrated 'Life on Earth'?

'Life on Earth' was narrated by Sir David Attenborough.

How many episodes are there in 'Life on Earth'?

There are 13 episodes in 'Life on Earth'.

What is the genre of 'Life on Earth'?

'Life on Earth' is a documentary television series.

What topics are covered in 'Life on Earth'?

'Life on Earth' covers a wide range of topics related to natural history, including the evolution of life on Earth, animal behavior, and ecological systems.

What is the main focus of 'Life on Earth'?

The main focus of 'Life on Earth' is to explore the diversity of life on Earth and how different species have adapted and evolved to survive in their respective environments.

What made 'Life on Earth' different from other nature documentaries at the time?

'Life on Earth' differed from other nature documentaries at the time in that it used advanced filming techniques to bring viewers closer to the animals being studied and provide a more immersive experience.

What awards has 'Life on Earth' won?

'Life on Earth' has won numerous awards, including a BAFTA for Best Documentary Series and a Peabody Award.

What is the production company behind 'Life on Earth'?

'Life on Earth' was produced by the BBC Natural History Unit.

When was 'Life on Earth' filmed?

'Life on Earth' was filmed between 1976 and 1979.

What is the legacy of 'Life on Earth'?

'Life on Earth' is considered a groundbreaking series that helped popularize natural history documentaries and inspired many future nature programs.

What was the impact of 'Life on Earth'?

'Life on Earth' is credited with raising awareness about environmental issues and promoting conservation efforts.

Cast

David Attenborough

David Attenborough

plays himself
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Presenter

played by David Attenborough
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Also known as

  • Élet a Földön (Hungary)
  • Dzīvība uz Zemes (Latvia)
  • Жизнь на Земле (Russian Federation)

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