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Polar Extremes

5.020201h 53mNRMovieDocumentary

Renowned paleontologist Kirk Johnson takes us on an epic adventure through time at the polar extremes of our planet. Following a trail of strange fossils found in all the wrong places—beech trees in Antarctica, hippo-like mammals in the…

DirectorLucy Haken
ProducersDavid Dugan·Caitlin Saks

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Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Lucy Haken

KJKirk Johnson
Kirk Johnson
Self - Host

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Polar Extremes — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Polar Extremes?

Polar Extremes is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Hoopla in Australia. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Polar Extremes on Netflix?

No, Polar Extremes is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and Hoopla.

Is Polar Extremes on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — Polar Extremes is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in Australia as of September 2026.

Where can I watch Polar Extremes for free?

Polar Extremes is available to stream free (with ads) on Hoopla in Australia.