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408 minPGdocumentaryWorth an evening
6.5/ 10(76 ratings)• TMDB

Synopsis

Two-thirds of the Earth's surface is covered by oceans, yet scientists know less about them than they do about the moon's surface.

Deep Dive

Why Watch

  • Meet the gigantic blue whale in its natural habitat.
  • Find out about microscopic coral polyps and their ecosystems.
  • See the diverse marine life from coasts to polar regions.

Did You Know

  • Two-thirds of Earth's surface is covered by water.
  • Scientists know less about the oceans than about the moon.
  • The series features both blue whales and microscopic coral polyps.

Perfect For

Marine biology enthusiastsNature documentary fansOcean conservation advocates
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who narrates The Blue Planet?

Sir David Attenborough narrates The Blue Planet.

What percentage of the Earth's surface is covered by water?

Two-thirds of the Earth's surface is covered with water.

How long is the total duration of The Blue Planet series?

The total duration of The Blue Planet series is 408 minutes.

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