The Year Earth Changed

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The Year Earth Changed (2021)

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Pandas

Pandas

2018 ★ 8.1

In the mountains of Sichuan, China, a researcher forms a bond with Qian Qian, a panda who is about to experience nature for the first time.

Powaqqatsi

Powaqqatsi

1988 ★ 7.3

An exploration of technologically developing nations and the effect the transition to Western-style modernization has had on them.

Naqoyqatsi

Naqoyqatsi

2002 ★ 6.1

A visual montage portrait of our contemporary world dominated by globalized technology and violence.

Inside the Mind of a Dog

Inside the Mind of a Dog

2024 ★ 7.1

Embark on a delightful journey into the world of dogs in this documentary that reveals scientific and emotional insights about our lovable BFFs.

Koyaanisqatsi

Koyaanisqatsi

1983 ★ 7.9

Takes us to locations all around the US and shows us the heavy toll that modern technology is having on humans and the earth. The visual tone poem contains neither dialogue nor a vocalized narration: its tone is set by the juxtaposition of images and the exceptional music by Philip Glass.

One Life

One Life

2011 ★ 7.4

One Life captures unprecedented and beautiful sequences of animal behaviour guaranteed to bring you closer to nature than ever before, as well as a second disc packed full of never before seen extras including an exclusive making of featurette narrated by Daniel Craig.

Living with Leopards

Living with Leopards

2024 ★ 7.6

A film crew follows two leopard cubs as they make the fascinating journey from infancy into adulthood in this up-close-and-personal nature documentary.

Earth: One Amazing Day

Earth: One Amazing Day

2017 ★ 7.8

An astonishing journey revealing the awesome power of the natural world. Over the course of one single day, we track the sun from the highest mountains to the remotest islands to exotic jungles.

Born to Be Wild

Born to Be Wild

2011 ★ 7.1

Born to Be Wild observes various orphaned jungle animals and their day-to-day behavioural interactions with the individuals who rescue them and raise them to adulthood. The film unfurls in two separate geographic spheres. Half of it takes place in the rain forests of Borneo, where celebrated primatologist Dr. Birute Galdikas assists baby orangutans; the other half takes place on the arid savannahs of Kenya, where zoologist Dame Daphne Sheldrick works with baby elephant calves.

Breaking Boundaries: The Science of Our Planet

Breaking Boundaries: The Science of Our Planet

2021 ★ 7.5

David Attenborough and scientist Johan Rockström examine Earth's biodiversity collapse and how this crisis can still be averted.

Kiss the Ground

Kiss the Ground

2020 ★ 7.7

Sheds light on an alternative approach to farming called “regenerative agriculture” that could balance our climate, replenish our vast water supplies, and feed the world.

Behind the Planet of the Apes

Behind the Planet of the Apes

1998 ★ 7.1

Roddy McDowall takes you, film by film, from production meetings to make-up sessions, then right onto the movie set to see the actual filming of the science fiction masterpiece. The most comprehensive history of Planet of the Apes ever created, this fascinating 127-minute documentary explores one of the most imaginative and influential series in movie history.

Ocean with David Attenborough

Ocean with David Attenborough

2025 ★ 8.0

David Attenborough takes viewers on a breathtaking journey showing there is nowhere more vital for our survival, more full of life, wonder, or surprise, than the ocean. Through spectacular sequences featuring coral reefs, kelp forests and the open ocean, Attenborough shares why a healthy ocean keeps the entire planet stable and flourishing.

Earth

Earth

2007 ★ 7.6

An epic story of adventure, starring some of the most magnificent and courageous creatures alive, awaits you in EARTH. Disneynature brings you a remarkable story of three animal families on a journey across our planet – polar bears, elephants and humpback whales.

Before the Flood

Before the Flood

2016 ★ 7.7

A look at how climate change affects our environment and what society can do to prevent the demise of endangered species, ecosystems, and native communities across the planet.

Monkey Kingdom

Monkey Kingdom

2015 ★ 7.0

A newborn monkey and its mother struggle to survive within the competitive social hierarchy of the Temple Troop, a dynamic group of monkeys who live in ancient ruins found deep in the storied jungles of South Asia.

An Inconvenient Truth

An Inconvenient Truth

2006 ★ 7.0

A documentary on Al Gore's campaign to make the issue of global warming a recognized problem worldwide.

African Cats

African Cats

2011 ★ 7.4

African Cats captures the real-life love, humor and determination of the majestic kings of the savanna. The story features Mara, an endearing lion cub who strives to grow up with her mother’s strength, spirit and wisdom; Sita, a fearless cheetah and single mother of five mischievous newborns; and Fang, a proud leader of the pride who must defend his family from a once banished lion.

Dancing with the Birds

Dancing with the Birds

2019 ★ 7.7

Some of the world's most majestic birds display delightfully captivating mating rituals, from flashy dancing to flaunting their colorful feathers.

Kedi

Kedi

2017 ★ 7.5

A profile of Istanbul and its unique people, seen through the eyes of the most mysterious and beloved animal humans have ever known, the Cat.

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