Planet Earth II: Full TV Schedule and Live Stream

David Attenborough presents a documentary series exploring how animals meet the challenges of surviving in the most iconic habitats on earth.

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Episodes 1. Islands

1. Islands

Wildlife documentary series presented by David Attenborough, beginning with a look at the remote islands which offer sanctuary to some of the planet's rarest creatures.
Duration: 59 mins First broadcast: 6 Nov 2016
Availability: Available for 11 months (until 04 Dec 2026)
Episodes 2. Mountains

2. Mountains

The wildlife documentary series with David Attenborough continues with a unique and intimate glimpse into the secretive lives of mountain-dwelling animals.
Duration: 58 mins First broadcast: 13 Nov 2016
Availability: Available for 11 months (until 04 Dec 2026)
Episodes 3. Jungles

3. Jungles

Jungles provide the richest habitats on the planet - mysterious worlds of high drama where extraordinary animals attempt to survive in the most competitive place on earth.
Duration: 58 mins First broadcast: 20 Nov 2016
Availability: Available for 11 months (until 04 Dec 2026)
Episodes 4. Deserts

4. Deserts

The world's deserts force animals to come up with ingenious ways of coping with hostile conditions, giving rise to the most incredible survival stories on earth.
Duration: 58 mins First broadcast: 27 Nov 2016
Availability: Available for 11 months (until 04 Dec 2026)
Episodes 5. Grasslands

5. Grasslands

Wildlife documentary series presented by David Attenborough. A look at survival in grasslands, from Asia's saiga antelope to the giant anteaters of Brazil.
Duration: 58 mins First broadcast: 4 Dec 2016
Availability: Available for 11 months (until 04 Dec 2026)
Episodes 6. Cities

6. Cities

Cities can be worlds of surprising opportunity for animals, from the leopards prowling the streets of Mumbai to the peregrine falcons hunting amongst New York's skyscrapers.
Duration: 59 mins First broadcast: 11 Dec 2016
Availability: Available for 11 months (until 04 Dec 2026)

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