BBC's most expensive nature documentary series, premiered March 2006. First BBC series filmed in high definition. Original version narrated by David Attenborough, later by Sigourney Weaver. Showed in 130 countries by June 2007
Born in 1926 in Isleworth, England, attended University of Leicester. Studied geology and zoology at Clare College, Cambridge. Married Jane Ebsworth Oriel in 1950, had two children
BBC's The Blue Planet series launched in 2001, becoming global brand. The Blue Planet sold to 150 countries worldwide. Planet Earth series commissioned by Lorraine Heggessey in 2002
British-American nature documentary about dinosaurs on Apple TV+. Premiered May 23, 2022, following dinosaurs 66 million years ago. Produced by BBC Studios with Jon Favreau as showrunner. Features computer-generated imagery and photorealistic effects. Includes accurate feathered dinosaurs and speculative animal behavior
2005 French documentary about emperor penguins' annual Antarctic journey. Directed by Luc Jacquet, produced by National Geographic and Bonne Pioche. Won 2006 Oscar for Best Documentary Feature. Filmed at Dumont d'Urville Station with temperatures between −50 and −60°C
National Geographic Live presents immersive storytelling and photography. Program features speakers from explorers, photographers, scientists, and filmmakers. Events take place in various locations across the United States