The 25+ Best Animal Shows On Netflix, Ranked
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- David AttenboroughColor's role in animal interactions.
- The story of life's epic 4 billion-year journey on Earth.More Life on Our Planet
- #77 of 654 onThe 500+ Best Current Shows On Netflix
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- David AttenboroughExperiencing the planet's natural beauty through an examination of how climate change impacts Earth.More Our Planet
- #4 of 652 onThe 500+ Best Current Shows On Netflix
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- Srishti Shrivastava, Parul Gulati, Ahsaas ChannaNight on Earth is a nature documentary series that uses cutting-edge technology to reveal the hidden lives of the world's creatures after dark. The series, which premiered on January 29, 2020, spans across various ecosystems, from the African savannah to the Peruvian desert. Each episode showcases the nocturnal behaviors of animals that are rarely seen by human eyes. It highlights the evolutionary adaptations that enable these creatures to thrive in the absence of light. Narrated by Samira Wiley, Night on Earth offers viewers an intimate and eye-opening glimpse into the unseen nightlife of wildlife. It emphasizes themes of adaptation, survival - and the wonder of nature.More Night On Earth
- #71 of 98 onThe Most Chill Nature & Animal Shows To Watch High
- #96 of 279 onThe 250+ Best Netflix Documentary Series
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- Bob Brisbane72 Dangerous Animals: Latin America (Netflix, 2017) is a nature documentary series presented by Bob Brisbane. Powerful cats, indestructible arachnids, and flesh-melting pit vipers are just the beginning in this series about Latin America's deadliest creatures.
- Barack ObamaDiscovering the power of the planet's greatest national parks and wild spaces.
- Bryan Grieg Fry, Romulus WhitakerFrom fangs to claws to venomous stings, these animals all wield deadly weapons.
- An exploration of how and why animals migrate to reveal the natural world's most compelling stories.More Our Planet II
- #60 of 654 onThe 500+ Best Current Shows On Netflix
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- #46 of 205 onThe Best Television Documentaries Of 2023
- Graham Mitchell, Bob Humphries, Kym Illman72 Cutest Animals (Netflix, 2016) is an Australian documentary miniseries. The series examines the nature of cuteness and how adorability helps some animal species to survive and thrive in a variety of environments.
- Steven RinellaMeatEater is a non-fiction outdoors hunting television series in the United States airing on The Sportsman Channel starring Steven Rinella. The show first aired on January 1, 2012 and is produced by Zero Point Zero Production.
- Patton OswaltPenguins flock together to find mates and raise families in a South African town.More Penguin Town
- #546 of 652 onThe 500+ Best Current Shows On Netflix
- #700 of 949 onThe Best New TV Shows Of 2021
- #20 of 67 onThe Best New Family & Kids Shows Of 2021
- Sophie OkonedoAlien Worlds is a speculative science documentary series that applies the laws of life on Earth to the rest of the galaxy by illustrating what life might look like on other planets. Combining science facts with creative, CGI-driven fiction, the show takes viewers on an interstellar journey to imaginative worlds with unique ecosystems and alien species that could plausibly exist based on the biological theories presented. As it traverses through different extraterrestrial landscapes, the series delves into major themes of evolution, survival, and the universal laws of nature, prompting viewers to contemplate the vast possibilities of life beyond our planet. Alien Worlds provides a captivating blend of astrophysics and hypothetical storytelling, expanding the horizons of what we understand about life in the universe.More Alien Worlds
- #490 of 652 onThe 500+ Best Current Shows On Netflix
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- #108 of 472 onThe 400+ Best Documentary Miniseries, Ranked
- Beth, Carly, CorinneThe emotional bonds that form between dogs and their caregivers, no matter the circumstances.More Dogs
- #70 of 112 onThe 100+ Best Feel-Good TV Shows, Ranked
- #2 of 35 onThe Best Netflix Documentary Series Of 2024, Ranked
- #167 of 477 onThe 400+ Best Documentary Miniseries, Ranked
- Izzy Bee, Ali Bee, Tim BeeIzzy and her veterinarian mother save koalas and form close bonds with animals on Magnetic Island.More Izzy's Koala World
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- #263 of 279 onThe 250+ Best Netflix Documentary Series
- Louie SchwartzbergMoving Art (Netflix, 2014) is an American documentary series crated by Louie Schwartzberg. Louie Schwartzberg highlights the beauty that lurks in oceans, forests, deserts and flowers.
- Jack ThompsonTales by Light (National Geographic, 2015) an Australian documentary reality series. The series follows photographers from Australia and around the world as they push the limits of their photography skills.
- Amazing creatures from around the world and the latest science on animals' senses and skills.More The Hidden Lives of Pets
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- #201 of 1,137 onThe Best New TV Shows Of 2022
- #1 of 15 onThe Best TV Shows About Pets
- Helena Bonham CarterThe adventures of baby lions, elephants, penguins, pangolins, and more.More Wild Babies
- #14 of 180 onThe Best Newer TV Shows The Whole Family Can Enjoy
- #420 of 477 onThe 400+ Best Documentary Miniseries, Ranked
- #48 of 92 onThe 80+ Best Wildlife Shows on TV
- Mikki Montgomery, Steve JordanThe BattlBox crew tests out products designed to help people survive dangerous situations.More Southern Survival
- #301 of 654 onThe 500+ Best Current Shows On Netflix
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- Afi EkulonaAbsurd Planet is a nature documentary series that embraces the weird, wacky, and wonderful elements of our Earth's wildlife. With a comedic twist, the show presents the peculiar behaviors and adaptations of various creatures across the globe. Narrated by Afi Ekulona with her quirky sense of humor, the series offers a refreshing take on the traditional nature doc, highlighting the planet's most bizarre animals in a way that's both educational and entertaining. Through its episodes, Absurd Planet delves into themes of survival, evolution, and the sheer diversity of life, all while keeping viewers chuckling.More Absurd Planet
- #369 of 652 onThe 500+ Best Current Shows On Netflix
- #41 of 472 onThe 400+ Best Documentary Miniseries, Ranked
- #124 of 804 onThe 700+ Best Netflix Original Series
- Tom HardyFollowing five of nature's biggest predators in their fight for survival in the wild.
- Cat people share their deep bonds with felines, while defying negative stereotypes.More Cat People
- #59 of 654 onThe 500+ Best Current Shows On Netflix
- #83 of 112 onThe 100+ Best Feel-Good TV Shows, Ranked
- #14 of 15 on15 Cat Documentaries Perfect For Your 'Meow-a-thon'
- Latif NasserScience journalist Latif Nasser explores the surprising ways people are connected to one another.
- #403 of 652 onThe 500+ Best Current Shows On Netflix
- #202 of 472 onThe 400+ Best Documentary Miniseries, Ranked
- #237 of 279 onThe 250+ Best Netflix Documentary Series
- Bryan Cranston, Rashida Jones, Rebel WilsonCapturing never-before-seen footage of the world's most magnificent creatures.
- Mike ColterTiny Creatures magnifies the lives of the planet's smallest heroes, embarking on epic adventures in the vast landscapes of America. Each episode, directed by Jonathan Jones, dramatizes a fictional story where tiny animals overcome monumental challenges. These minute beings face predators and harsh environments - from the arid deserts - to the urban jungle. The animals demonstrate nature's resilience and ingenuity at a micro level. The series features real footage with carefully crafted storytelling to create an immersive experience that's both educational and entertaining.More Tiny Creatures
- #69 of 652 onThe 500+ Best Current Shows On Netflix
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- #90 of 473 onThe 400+ Best Documentary Miniseries, Ranked
- Bear GryllsYou vs. Wild is an interactive survival series on Netflix, hosted by renowned adventurer Bear Grylls. Premiering on April 10, 2019, the show places viewers in the driver's seat of each episode, allowing them to make decisions that determine Grylls' actions in various harsh environments. The series dives into themes of survival, decision-making, and man versus nature. You vs. Wild stands out for its unique interactive format, pushing the boundaries of traditional television viewing.More You vs. Wild
- #46 of 52 onThe Best 2019 Original Streaming Platform Shows
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- Mahershala AliChimpanzees thrive in a Ugandan forest, navigating family dynamics and territorial disputes.More Chimp Empire
- #105 of 205 onThe Best Television Documentaries Of 2023
- #4 of 32 onThe Best Netflix Documentary Series Of 2024, Ranked
- #123 of 278 onThe 250+ Best Netflix Documentary Series
- Matt Wright, Kaia Wright, Banjo WrightMatt Wright and his team of crocodile wranglers catch and relocate reptiles in Australia's Outback.
- The interconnectedness of life on Earth.