Science and Nature
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1. Planet Earth (2006)
TV-PG | 49 min | Documentary, Family
A documentary series on the wildlife found on Earth. Each episode covers a different habitat: deserts, mountains, deep oceans, shallow seas, forests, caves, polar regions, fresh water, plains and jungles. Narrated by David Attenborough.
Stars: Sigourney Weaver, David Attenborough, Nikolay Drozdov, Thomas Anguti Johnston
Votes: 219,835
2. Planet Earth II (2016)
TV-G | 50 min | Documentary
David Attenborough returns with a new wildlife documentary that shows life in a variety of habitats.
Stars: David Attenborough, Chadden Hunter, Gordon Buchanan, Michael J. Sanderson
Votes: 157,645
3. Cosmos (1980)
TV-PG | 60 min | Documentary
Astronomer Carl Sagan leads us on an engaging guided tour of the various elements and cosmological theories of the universe.
Stars: Carl Sagan, Jaromír Hanzlík, Jonathan Fahn, Jean Charney
Votes: 43,887
4. Cosmos: A Spacetime Odyssey (2014)
TV-PG | 43 min | Documentary
An exploration of our discovery of the laws of nature and coordinates in space and time.
Stars: Neil deGrasse Tyson, Christopher Emerson, Keythe Farley, Piotr Michael
Votes: 128,309
5. Life (2009)
TV-G | 43 min | Documentary, Family
David Attenborough's legendary BBC crew explains and shows wildlife all over planet earth. From giving an overview of the challenges facing life to hunting the deep sea and various major evolutionary groups of creatures.
Stars: Oprah Winfrey, David Attenborough, Doug Allan, Roger Munns
Votes: 42,694
6. Human Planet (2011)
TV-PG | 50 min | Documentary
A cinematic experience bringing you the most amazing human stories in the world. Humans and wildlife surviving in the most extreme environments on Earth
Stars: John Hurt, Roger Munns
Votes: 27,769
7. The Blue Planet (2001)
TV-G | 49 min | Documentary
Mammoth series, five years in the making, taking a look at the rich tapestry of life in the world's oceans.
Stars: David Attenborough, Pierce Brosnan, Peter Scoones
Votes: 42,645
8. Frozen Planet (2011–2012)
TV-PG | 33 min | Documentary
Focuses on life and the environment in both the Arctic and Antarctic.
Stars: David Attenborough, Alec Baldwin, Chadden Hunter, Michael Kelem
Votes: 32,943
9. Through the Wormhole (2010–2017)
TV-PG | 60 min | Documentary
Hosted by Morgan Freeman, Through the Wormhole will explore the deepest mysteries of existence - the questions that have puzzled mankind for eternity. What are we made of? What was there ... See full summary »
Stars: Morgan Freeman, Sean Carroll, Michio Kaku, Kip Thorne
Votes: 18,423
10. Bill Nye the Science Guy (1993–1998)
TV-Y | 30 min | Documentary, Comedy, Family
Scientist/comedian Bill Nye explores various aspects of science for young viewers.
Stars: Bill Nye, Pat Cashman, Michaela Leslie-Rule, Jaffar Smith
Votes: 8,373
11. The Crocodile Hunter (1996–2004)
TV-G | 60 min | Documentary, Action, Adventure
Steve and wife Terri educate and entertain on the subject of Australia's all too often dangerous wildlife.
Stars: Steve Irwin, Terri Irwin, Wes Mannion, Conan O'Brien
Votes: 3,162
12. Life on Earth (1979)
54 min | Documentary
David Attenborough's groundbreaking study of the evolution of life on our planet.
Star: David Attenborough
Votes: 3,248
13. Yellowstone (2009– )
50 min | Documentary
Filmed over the course of a year in Yellowstone, this documentary tracks the area's wildlife as they grapple with life and death within one of America's last remaining wilderness regions.
Stars: Peter Firth, Mary Beth Schwartz, Jeff Henry, Dick Powell
Votes: 1,880
14. The Living Planet (1984)
660 min | Documentary
David Attenborough discusses the biomass and life in a variety of eco-systems spanning many of the environments found on Earth (from tropical to polar).
Star: David Attenborough
Votes: 2,094
15. Life in the Freezer (1993)
30 min | Documentary
Series exploring the natural history of Antarctica.
Star: David Attenborough
Votes: 1,543
16. The Trials of Life (1990)
600 min | Documentary
Each of the twelve 50-minute episodes features a different aspect of the journey through life, from birth to adulthood and continuation of the species through reproduction.
Star: David Attenborough
Votes: 1,876
17. The Private Life of Plants (1995)
292 min | Documentary
David Attenborough's study of the world of plants, which demonstrates, with the aid of time-lapse photography, the rich and varied ways in which they flourish.
Star: David Attenborough
Votes: 2,857
18. The Life of Mammals (2002–2003)
50 min | Documentary
David Attenborough's comprehensive study of how a remarkable group of animals evolved - a group that includes ourselves.
Star: David Attenborough
Votes: 4,238
19. The Life of Birds (1998)
TV-PG | 489 min | Documentary
David Attenborough's comprehensive and richly detailed study of birds, examining the variety of different species and their ways of life.
Star: David Attenborough
Votes: 3,034
20. Wonders of the Solar System (2010)
TV-PG | 60 min | Documentary, Family
In this spellbinding series Professor Brian Cox visits the most extreme locations on Earth to explain how the laws of physics carved natural wonders across the solar system.
Stars: Brian Cox, Richard Hoover, Carolyn Porco, Alan Hildebrand
Votes: 4,717
21. Wonders of the Universe (I) (2011)
TV-G | 59 min | Documentary, Family
Professor Brian Cox visits some of the most dramatic parts of the globe to explain the fundamental principles that govern the laws of nature - light, gravity, energy, matter and time. With ... See full summary »
Stars: Brian Cox, Steven Mackintosh
Votes: 4,342
22. Wonders of Life (2013)
TV-PG | 59 min | Documentary
Physicist and professor Brian Cox travels across the globe to uncover the secrets of the most extraordinary phenomenon in the universe: life.
Star: Brian Cox
Votes: 1,723
23. Nature's Great Events (2009)
49 min | Documentary, Family
This exploration of the planet's most breathtaking natural events follows vast migrations, huge ocean convergences, powerful weather systems and mighty floods.
Stars: David Attenborough, Joe Stevens, Shane Moore, Owen Newman
Votes: 3,371
24. Life in the Undergrowth (2005)
50 min | Documentary
David Attenborough's ground-breaking exploration of a group of organisms that are vast in number, yet often too small to be noticed: the invertebrates.
Star: David Attenborough
Votes: 3,842
25. How It's Made (2001–2019)
TV-G | 24 min | Documentary
Television series that documents how various everyday products are made.
Stars: Brooks Moore, Tony Hirst, Lynne Adams, Lynn Herzeg
Votes: 8,185
26. DMT: The Spirit Molecule (2010)
Not Rated | 75 min | Documentary
An investigation into the long-obscured mystery of dimethyltryptamine (DMT), a molecule found in nearly every living organism and considered the most potent psychedelic on Earth.
Director: Mitch Schultz | Stars: Joe Rogan, Ralph Abraham, Joel Bakst, Steven Barker
Votes: 4,851
27. National Geographic Specials (1965– )
60 min | Documentary, History
For over 30 years, the National Geographic Society has presented specials on nature, foreign culture, scientific breakthroughs, and things which fall under the general category of "neat stuff." Each special is self-contained.
Stars: Alexander Scourby, Leslie Nielsen, Richard Kiley, Joseph Campanella
Votes: 338
28. Bill Nye Saves the World (2017–2018)
TV-14 | 30 min | Comedy, Talk-Show
Scientist Bill Nye explores various problems and misconceptions from a scientific point of view.
Stars: Bill Nye, Abbie Getty, Karlie Kloss, Joanna Hausmann
Votes: 7,452
29. Nova (1974– )
TV-PG | 60 min | Documentary
Science documentaries about various topics.
Stars: Jay O. Sanders, Craig Sechler, Stacy Keach, Eric Meyers
Votes: 3,088
30. Forensic Files (1996–2011)
TV-14 | 30 min | Documentary, Crime
A series featuring detailed accounts on how notable crimes and diseases were solved through forensic science.
Stars: Peter Thomas, Tom Bevel, Skip Palenik, Lowell Levine
Votes: 7,265
31. Alone (2015– )
TV-14 | 44 min | Documentary, Game-Show, Reality-TV
Ten survival "experts" attempt to survive alone. The winner receives $500,000.
Stars: Nicole Apelian, Sam Larson, Brooke Whipple, Jesse Bosdell
Votes: 7,372
32. How the Universe Works (2010– )
TV-PG | 60 min | Documentary
A users guide to the cosmos from the big bang to galaxies, stars, planets and moons. Where did it all come from and how does it all fit together. A primer for anyone who has ever looked up at the night sky and wondered.
Stars: Phil Plait, Michelle Thaller, Richard Lintern, Mike Rowe
Votes: 7,245
33. The Universe (2007–2015)
TV-14 | 45 min | Documentary, History
This educational show explores many scientific questions and topics about the universe (Big Bang, the Sun, the planets, black holes, other galaxies, astrobiology etc.) through latest CGI, data and interviews with scientists.
Stars: Erik Thompson, Alex Filippenko, Laura Danly, Clifford V. Johnson
Votes: 5,927
34. Fun to Imagine (1983– )
Documentary
Richard Feynman, theoretical physicist, enjoys thinking aloud about the adventures science can offer.
Star: Richard Feynman
Votes: 121
35. Departures (2008– )
46 min | Documentary, Adventure
Aimed at the adventure seeker, Departures is an action-packed and personal journey about two travelers. Scott Wilson and Justin Lukach leave their lives behind in search of unique ... See full summary »
Stars: Scott Wilson, Justin Lukach, Andre Dupuis
Votes: 2,298
36. Life in Cold Blood (2008)
290 min | Documentary
A nature documentary series written and presented by David Attenborough, that looks at the evolution and habits of amphibians and reptiles.
Star: David Attenborough
Votes: 2,953
37. Moon Machines (2008– )
Documentary
A collection of documentaries about project apollo,from the designers and engineers viewpoint.Each episode focused on individual components or equipment for the Apollo programme.
Stars: Robert Seamans, Bill Stoney, Sonny Morea, Cliff Hess
Votes: 411
38. Horizon (I) (1964– )
50 min | Documentary
British documentary series that covers a variety of subjects in science and philosophy.
Stars: Paul Vaughan, Jack Fortune, Dilly Barlow, Colin Riach
Votes: 1,146
39. Earth: The Power of the Planet (2007)
Not Rated | 60 min | Documentary
In each episode, geologist Dr. Iain Stewart explains the effects and importance of a specific force of nature, such as wind or volcanism. He also examines the various ways in which it ... See full summary »
Stars: Iain Stewart, Leo Houlding, Victor Baker, Jerry Wiant
Votes: 2,089
40. Survivorman (2004– )
TV-14 | 44 min | Documentary, Adventure
No food, no shelter, no fresh water - one man alone in the wild for seven days with only his wits and stamina to sustain him.
Stars: Les Stroud, Logan Stroud, Todd Standing, Sam Omik
Votes: 6,717
41. Walking with Dinosaurs (1999)
TV-14 | 30 min | Documentary, Animation, History
Documentary-style series about the era of the dinosaurs, mixing real locations and CGI.
Stars: Nikolay Drozdov, Kenneth Branagh, Avery Brooks, Craig Sechler
Votes: 6,870
42. Brain Games (2011–2020)
TV-G | 60 min | Documentary, Comedy, Game-Show
An examination of the nature of human perception and how it can be fooled.
Stars: Jason Silva, Bert Thomas Morris, Apollo Robbins, Eric Leclerc
Votes: 3,534
43. Walking with Monsters (2005)
Not Rated | 90 min | Documentary
The final installment in the "Walking with" series is a 90-minute documentary about the evolution of life before the dinosaurs.
Stars: Kenneth Branagh, Edward Gero
Votes: 2,407
44. Alone in the Wilderness (2004 TV Movie)
57 min | Documentary
In 1968, one man films his attempt to build a cabin and live in the Alaskan wilderness. He goes weeks or months at a time without human contact.
Director: Dick Proenneke | Stars: Dick Proenneke, Bob Swerer Jr., Wendy Ishii, Pamela Guest
Votes: 4,016
45. Origins: The Journey of Humankind (2017– )
60 min | Documentary, History
Our primal curiosity has sparked new inventions and revealed the mysteries of the universe. This eight part mini series strives to trace the pivotal innovations that make us modern.
Stars: Jason Silva, Mark Monroe, Greg Kriek, Chris Fisher
Votes: 662
46. Africa (2013)
TV-PG | 51 min | Documentary
Africa, the world's wildest continent. David Attenborough takes us on an awe-inspiring journey through one of the most diverse places in the world. We visit deserts, savannas, and jungles and meet up with some of Africa's amazing wildlife.
Stars: David Attenborough, Simon Blakeney, Bill Rudolph, Justine Evans
Votes: 17,105
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