
Nature — Season 20

Like the great herds of wildebeest, the inhabitants of Africa's vast Serengeti are in perpetual motion. This episode follows two women on a quest for spiritual grounding. Alice Wangui, a hair salon owner in Nairobi, journeys to her ancestra…

For generations, the Tuareg have endured the harsh Sahara, their lives interwoven with the trade of salt – a commodity once valued above gold. In this segment of AFRICA, young Adam Ilius, a boy of nine years, embarks on his first journey ac…

Within the heart of the Central African rainforest, a desperate fight for survival unfolds. This account examines the escalating threat posed by burgeoning international markets for rainforest timber to the livelihoods of two African commun…

Nestled amidst mountains, Ethiopia pulses with a deep spirituality. For many, faith is not merely a belief, but a fundamental force shaping their existence. This exploration delves into the heart of Ethiopia’s religious convictions. In Lali…

In the Sahel, the semi-arid region straddling the Sahara and the savanna, the people measure time through ritual and custom. As the sun blazes over the Niger River delta, the annual Fulani cattle drive is in full swing. Young Errou Sisse…

Water sustains life in Africa, capable of both prosperity and hardship. This episode follows two families poised on the edge of fortune. For several years, Charles Tinkewimeru has thrived on the waters of Uganda's Lake Victoria, cultivating…

Zanzibar presents itself as a tropical paradise, encircled by shimmering aquamarine waters and fringed with white sand. Yet, life here is a constant struggle. Few understand this better than Issa Simai, who spends his days in the warm India…

Rich in mineral deposits, South Africa has long thrived on its mining industry, though the majority of its wealth has historically accrued to white workers and owners. With the dismantling of apartheid, Black South Africans are now increasi…

Set against the rugged backdrop of the Montana mountains, this deeply moving and captivating film chronicles the life of an exceptional stallion. Since his birth in the wild in 1995, the animal's journey has been meticulously documented by …

This work offers a keen examination of the origins, nature, and education of dogs, our most devoted companions. It also provides practical guidance for prospective owners, highlighting potential pitfalls in choosing a new puppy.

The growing struggle for territory on Earth between humankind and the wild grows ever more lopsided, with humanity firmly establishing its dominance. Yet, a handful of bold species are mounting a successful resistance, boldly challenging, e…

For centuries, the raven has been admired for its keen intellect, yet it also carries a somber reputation as a scavenger, unafraid to feed on the remains of both humans and beasts. *Ravens* explores the origins of this paradoxical image, ex…

On January 28, 1998, a formidable weather system struck Oahu’s north shore. The Coast Guard declared a Condition Black, prohibiting all access to the water. It was a confluence of every surfer's aspiration and dread, unfolding in a relentle…

Follow Meg Ryan into the dense jungles of Thailand on a quest for the white elephant, a creature of myth and majesty prized by monarchs – now perilously close to vanishing from the world.

Originating in the Caribbean, the documentary journeys across the world, presenting a vibrant collection of creatures that produce sound like music.

With powerful bounds and fierce embraces, they box and wrestle, delivering authoritative kicks and traversing vast distances in impressive leaps. Indeed, the red kangaroos of Australia’s Outback are among the most accomplished athletes in t…

Ewan McGregor journeys to a desolate outpost on Hudson Bay, a place swallowed by wilderness. There, he delves into the yearly arrival of polar bears – a relentless tide of hunger and instinct.


