David Attenborough: A Life on Our Planet
Synopsis
The story of life on our planet by the man who has seen more of the natural world than any other. In more than 90 years, Attenborough has visited every continent on the globe, exploring the wild places of our planet and documenting the living world in all its variety and wonder. Addressing the biggest challenges facing life on our planet, the film offers a powerful message of hope for future generations.
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David Attenborough: A Life on Our Planet | Official Trailer | NetflixOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2020-09-23
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Release History & Theatrical Window
October 4, 2020
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alastair Fothergill, Keith Scholey, Jonathan Hughes
- Original Score
- Steven Price
- Original Title
- David Attenborough: A Life on Our Planet
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 23m
- Production Studios
- Silverback Films, Altitude Film Entertainment, WWF-UK
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alastair Fothergill, Keith Scholey, Jonathan Hughes
Steven Price
Darren Clementson, Paul Collins, Joe Fereday, Jacob Parish, Alejo Sabugo, Barny Trevelyan-Johnson, Gavin Thurston
Martin Elsbury
Colin Butfield, Alastair Fothergill, Jonathan Hughes, Keith Scholey
Department Leadership Roster
Alastair Fothergill
Director
Keith Scholey
Director
Jonathan Hughes
Director
Jonathan Hughes
Producer
Steven Price
Original Music Composer
Gavin Thurston
Director of Photography
Martin Elsbury
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.
Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About David Attenborough: A Life on Our Planet
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What is David Attenborough: A Life on Our Planet about?
The story of life on our planet by the man who has seen more of the natural world than any other. In more than 90 years, Attenborough has visited every continent on the globe, exploring the wild places of our planet and documenting the living world in all its variety and wonder. Addressing the biggest challenges facing life on our planet, the film offers a powerful message of hope for future generations.
Who directed David Attenborough: A Life on Our Planet?
David Attenborough: A Life on Our Planet was directed by Alastair Fothergill, Keith Scholey, Jonathan Hughes.
Who stars in David Attenborough: A Life on Our Planet?
The principal cast of David Attenborough: A Life on Our Planet includes David Attenborough, Max Hughes.
When was David Attenborough: A Life on Our Planet released and how long is it?
David Attenborough: A Life on Our Planet was released in 2020 with a total runtime of 1h 23m.
Who composed the musical score for David Attenborough: A Life on Our Planet?
The original motion picture soundtrack for David Attenborough: A Life on Our Planet was composed by Steven Price.
What is the age rating and content advisory for David Attenborough: A Life on Our Planet?
David Attenborough: A Life on Our Planet holds official age classifications: DE: 6 (FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.); GB: PG (Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.); US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).