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Deep Dive: Ocean Giants (2011)

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Ocean Giants
Ocean Giants is a British nature documentary series that focuses on the lives of dolphins and whales. Narrated by Stephen Fry, the series consists of three one-hour episodes: Giant Lives, Deep Thinkers, and Voices of the Sea. The first episode centers on humpback and blue whales, while the second examines the cognitive abilities of dolphins. The final episode investigates the vocalizations of these marine mammals. Produced by the BBC Natural History Unit, the series features cinematographers Doug Allen and Didier Noirot, both known for their work in marine environments. The series premiered on 14 August 2011 and was released on DVD and Blu-ray on 6 March 2012, specifically for the United States market.

Why Watch

  • •See stunning underwater photography by Doug Allen.
  • •Meet dolphins and whales in their natural habitats.
  • •Find out about dolphin cognitive abilities in Deep Thinkers.

Did You Know

•The series premiered with 5.45 million viewers on 14 August 2011.
•Doug Allen has won four Emmys and four BAFTAs for filming marine mammals.
•The series was released on DVD and Blu-ray on 6 March 2012.

Perfect For

Marine biology enthusiastsNature documentary fansWhale and dolphin lovers