22 David Attenborough Nature Documentaries

David Attenborough narrates the story of how scientists in Argentina unearthed and put together the remains of the biggest dinosaur ever found – a completely new species of long-necked titanosaur.

Sir David Attenborough explores the recent discovery of a 200-million-year-old Ichthyosaur along the Jurassic Coast of southern England. Employing advanced technology and CGI, Attenborough vividly recreates the fossilized creature, bringing to life what this ancient animal was like during the…

Tasmania, an island state off the coast of Australia, feels like a world apart. It's home to unique wildlife like black devils and white wallabies, and boasts towering trees and unusual atmospheric phenomena. As the final landmass before Antarctica, Tasmania’s…

A seemingly ordinary, carved figure acquired at a New York auction prompts David Attenborough to embark on an international expedition. His travels take him from Russia to Australia and back to England, ultimately reaching the Pacific. Throughout his journey, Attenborough…

Isolated in the South Georgia wilderness, a small island 900 miles from Antarctica and only 100 miles long, a penguin named the Penguin King returns to his birthplace: Penguin City. This densely populated area is highly competitive, and he must…

Narrated by David Attenborough, this stunning UHD film explores the remarkable biodiversity of Karnataka. Using cutting-edge technology, it showcases the state's rich natural world, home to a high concentration of tigers and elephants, highlighting its diverse plants and animals in…

Following a record-breaking hot year, Sir David Attenborough examines the science behind climate change and possible answers to this worldwide problem. He speaks with leading climate scientists about current extreme weather, including unusually intense storms and devastating wildfires. They also…

David Attenborough journeys back to Madagascar on a deeply personal mission. In 1960, during filming for his early wildlife series *Zoo Quest*, he found a giant egg – the egg of the extinct elephant bird, the largest bird to ever…

This film chronicles a lifetime spent exploring Earth's natural wonders, as seen through the eyes of the world's most renowned natural historian. In over nine decades, Attenborough has journeyed to every continent, documenting the planet's diverse wildlife and landscapes. The…

This documentary explores the untold story of Charles Darwin's creation of *On the Origin of Species*, the book that revolutionized our understanding of the natural world, explaining its diversity through the processes of life and death. Over twenty years, Darwin…

David Attenborough shares his intimate encounters with the mountain gorillas of Rwanda. First discovered over a century ago, these incredible animals have faced constant threats from habitat loss, poaching, disease, and political turmoil. Yet, their population has grown. Attenborough narrates…

Forget regular hours. Join Sir David Attenborough for a special after-hours exploration of London's Natural History Museum, a place he holds dear. The museum’s exhibits awaken, bringing dinosaurs, reptiles, and creatures of the ice age to life.

This film recounts the story of the discovery of Ida, a remarkably well-preserved 47-million-year-old primate fossil found in a German shale quarry in 1983. For two decades, Ida remained with a private collector before Norwegian paleontologist Dr. Jørn Hurum recognized…

David Attenborough explores the captivating history of birds of paradise, detailing how these stunning creatures have fascinated explorers, naturalists, artists, filmmakers, and members of royalty alike.

David Attenborough presents an intimate view of hummingbirds in flight, revealing them as never before seen. These agile creatures, like living jewels, play a vital role as pollinators for countless plants, making them among the most extraordinary animals on Earth.

220 million years ago, dinosaurs were starting to rule the Earth. But another group of reptiles was on the verge of a remarkable change: pterosaurs were learning to fly. The story of how and why these mysterious creatures took to…

As a million species face extinction, Sir David Attenborough examines the far-reaching effects of this biodiversity crisis on humanity. He reveals how it jeopardizes our access to food and water, weakens our efforts to combat climate change, and increases the…

Sir David Attenborough examines the possible severe consequences of a changing climate.

Sir David Attenborough explores the remarkable underwater world of Saudi Arabia, showcasing both the vibrant Red Sea and the starkly different Arabian Gulf. The film documents, for the first time, the unusual nocturnal spawning of Palolo worms.

In this film, David Attenborough and scientist Johan Rockström explore the accelerating loss of life on Earth and discuss potential paths to avoid this critical crisis.

Creatures that produce their own light – fireflies, glow-worms, and luminous plankton – captivate and amaze us. At night, the ocean comes alive with millions of these tiny lights, illuminating marine life in a breathtaking display. Join Sir David Attenborough…

David Attenborough explores the extraordinary life and death of Jumbo, a famous elephant who is rumored to have inspired the film *Dumbo*. Attenborough teams up with scientists and conservationists to uncover the truth behind this massive African elephant – an…