A Perfect Planet
“The story of Earth's power and fragility.”
Series Overview
A unique fusion of blue chip natural history and earth science that explains how our living planet operates. This five-part series shows how the forces of nature drive, shape and support Earth’s great diversity of wildlife.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.
1 Season • 5 Episodes
44 min per episode
2021 – 2021
Premiered: Sun, Jan 3, 2021
Creative Production Team
Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 5: “Humans”
Humans are changing our planet so rapidly, it’s affecting earth’s life support systems: our weather, our oceans and the living world.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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David Attenborough's JAW DROPPING new trailer 😮 A Perfect Planet 🌍 - BBCOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2020-12-19
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ed Charles
Ilan Eshkeri
Matthew Aeberhard, Rolf Steinmann, Sophie Darlington, John Aitchison, John Brown, Lianne Steenkamp, Will Steenkamp, Bertie Gregory, Roger Horrocks, Hugh Miller, Alexander Vail, Paul Williams, Gavin Thurston
Sam Rogers, Nigel Buck
Jonathan Hughes, Alastair Fothergill, Keith Scholey, Toby Nowlan
Department Leadership Roster
Ed Charles
Screenplay
Matthew Aeberhard
Director of Photography
Rolf Steinmann
Director of Photography
Sophie Darlington
Director of Photography
John Aitchison
Director of Photography
John Brown
Director of Photography
Lianne Steenkamp
Director of Photography
Will Steenkamp
Director of Photography
Bertie Gregory
Director of Photography
Roger Horrocks
Director of Photography
Hugh Miller
Director of Photography
Alexander Vail
Director of Photography
Paul Williams
Director of Photography
Gavin Thurston
Director of Photography
Ilan Eshkeri
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
TV-PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.
Parental Guidance Suggested.
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.
Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About A Perfect Planet
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What is A Perfect Planet about?
A unique fusion of blue chip natural history and earth science that explains how our living planet operates. This five-part series shows how the forces of nature drive, shape and support Earth’s great diversity of wildlife.
How many seasons does A Perfect Planet have?
A Perfect Planet comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in A Perfect Planet?
Key cast members in A Perfect Planet include David Attenborough.
Who created or directed A Perfect Planet?
A Perfect Planet was developed and directed by Not specified.