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New Zealand: Earth's Mythical Islands

  • 1 Series
  • 3 Episodes
  • Category: Natural History
  • High Definition available
  • Subtitles available

New Zealand transports you to an exotic, magnificent and isolated island chain where the mysterious and unexpected story of its true nature is revealed. Narrated by Sam Neill.

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Series Selector for New Zealand: Earth's Mythical Islands

All episodes for series 1 of New Zealand: Earth's Mythical Islands

  • S1 E1 · Cast Adrift

    A look at New Zealand's wildlife, which has been isolated since the time of the dinosaurs.

  • S1 E2 · Wild Extremes

    The story of New Zealand's wildest places and its most resilient pioneers.

  • S1 E3 · New Arrivals

    The story of the changing fortunes of New Zealand's wildlife since humans first arrived.

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    Description: David Attenborough narrates a natural history of the oceans.; Category: Natural History; 4 episodes available.

  • Seven Worlds One Planet

    Description: David Attenborough looks at life on each of the seven continents.; Category: Natural History; 7 episodes available.

  • Wild Japan

    Description: Documentary series revealing the varied landscapes and wildlife of Japan's islands.; Category: Natural History; 1 episode available.

  • Attenborough's Natural Curiosities

    Description: Documentary series in which the eminent naturalist explores unusual evolutionary quirks.; Category: Natural History; 27 episodes available.

  • Hurricane Man

    Description: Documentary following storm-chaser Josh Morgerman.; Category: Factual Entertainment; 8 episodes available.

  • Wild Colombia with Nigel Marven

    Description: Nigel journeys through Colombia visiting major wildlife habitats from Andes to Amazon.; Category: Natural History; 4 episodes available.

  • Frozen Planet

    Description: The ultimate portrait of the Polar regions - the last great wildernesses on the planet.; Category: Natural History; 10 episodes available.

  • Wild Scandinavia

    Description: Discover a land of beautiful coasts, magical forests, and volcanic and arctic extremes.; Category: Natural History; 3 episodes available.

  • Africa From Above

    Description: Take to the skies to discover a fresh perspective of the continent.; Category: Natural History; 10 episodes available.

  • Wild Brazil

    Description: An intimate portrait of animals raising families in a spectacular yet perilous country.; Category: Natural History; 3 episodes available.

  • Expedition with Steve Backshall

    Description: The naturalist ventures into uncharted territory in pursuit of new discoveries.; Category: Factual Entertainment; 16 episodes available.