Life on Earth
“A natural history by David Attenborough”
Series Overview
The story of life, from the first primitive cells to the plants and animals that now live around us.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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1 Season • 13 Episodes
55 min per episode
1979 – 1979
Premiered: Tue, Jan 16, 1979
Creative Production Team
Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 13: “The Compulsive Communicators”
David Attenborough looks for crucial clues that help to explain how and why we have come to dominate life on earth. He traces back the African origins of humans to nearly three million years ago, and along the way he goes into caves in southern France where Stone Age people created imaginative paintings of ice-age animals. He also travels to Papua New Guinea to find some hunter-gatherers who have never before set eyes on white people.
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Sir David Attenborough - The story behind Life on Earth - BBCOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2008-11-03
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Edward Williams
Maurice Fisher
Ron Martin
Christopher Parsons
Department Leadership Roster
Ron Martin
Editor
Edward Williams
Original Music Composer
Maurice Fisher
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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G: General — Suitable for all audiences.
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General — Suitable for all audiences.
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What is Life on Earth about?
The story of life, from the first primitive cells to the plants and animals that now live around us.
How many seasons does Life on Earth have?
Life on Earth comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in Life on Earth?
Key cast members in Life on Earth include David Attenborough.
Who created or directed Life on Earth?
Life on Earth was developed and directed by Not specified.