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The Living Desert

7.119531h 9mMovieDocumentary

Although first glance reveals little more than stones and sand, the desert is alive. Witness moving rocks, spitting mud pots, gorgeous flowers and the never-ending battle for survival between desert creatures of every shape, size and description.

DirectorJames Algar
WriterWinston Hibler
ProducerBen Sharpsteen

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Disney PlusDisney Plus
Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by James Algar

WHWinston Hibler
Winston Hibler
Narrator

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The Living Desert — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Living Desert?

The Living Desert is streaming on Disney Plus in Australia, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Living Desert on Netflix?

No, The Living Desert is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026. It's currently on Disney Plus.

Is The Living Desert on Amazon Prime Video?

The Living Desert isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in Australia, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch The Living Desert for free?

The Living Desert is available on Disney Plus in Australia, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is there a sequel to The Living Desert?

Yes — The Living Desert is followed by The Vanishing Prairie (1954) in the True-Life Adventures Collection.

Is there a prequel to The Living Desert?

Yes — Prowlers of the Everglades (1953) comes before The Living Desert in the True-Life Adventures Collection.

Is The Living Desert part of a trilogy?

No — The Living Desert is part of the True-Life Adventures Collection, which has 15 films.

How many movies are in the True-Life Adventures Collection?

There are 15 films in the True-Life Adventures Collection: Seal Island (1948), Beaver Valley (1950), Nature's Half Acre (1951), The Olympic Elk (1952), Water Birds (1952), Bear Country (1953), Prowlers of the Everglades (1953), The Living Desert (1953), The Vanishing Prairie (1954), The African Lion (1955), Secrets of Life (1956), Perri (1957), White Wilderness (1958), Jungle Cat (1960) and The Best of Walt Disney's True-Life Adventures (1975).