(2016) is widely considered one of the greatest nature documentaries ever made, holding a near-perfect 9.5/10 on IMDb and 100% on Rotten Tomatoes . Narrated by Sir David Attenborough, the six-part series serves as a breathtaking sequel to the 2006 original, utilizing ten years of technological advancement to bring the natural world closer to viewers than ever before. Key Highlights
: The series was the first major BBC production filmed in 4K Ultra High Definition . The use of stabilized camera rigs and drones allows the audience to feel like they are moving with the animals, rather than watching them from a distance. Planet Earth 2 - Season 1
: Massive migrations and the hidden lives of creatures in the "great plains." (2016) is widely considered one of the greatest
: A look at the dense vertical world of rainforests and the strange creatures that inhabit them. The use of stabilized camera rigs and drones
: The legendary composer provides a sweeping, emotional soundtrack that elevates the footage from a mere documentary to an epic cinematic experience. Episode Breakdown
Reviewers frequently praise the series for its balance of and educational depth . While the original Planet Earth felt like a broad overview of the world, Planet Earth II feels intimate and urgent, often subtly addressing the impacts of climate change and habitat loss without becoming overly "preachy."