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Life

8.420091 seasonGTV SeriesDocumentary

David Attenborough looks at the extraordinary ends to which animals and plants go in order to survive. Featuring epic spectacles, amazing TV firsts and examples of new wildlife behaviour.

DirectorsSimon Blakeney·Stephen Lyle
WriterPaul Spillenger
ProducersPaul Spillenger·Martha Holmes

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Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Seasons & Episodes

E1
Challenges of Life
Oct 11, 2009 8.8
E2
Reptiles and Amphibians
Oct 18, 2009 8.6
E3
Mammals
Oct 25, 2009 8.5
E4
Fish
Nov 1, 2009 8.7
E5
Birds
Nov 8, 2009 8.6
E6
Insects
Nov 15, 2009 8.6
E7
Hunters and Hunted
Nov 21, 2009 8.6
E8
Creatures of the Deep
Nov 29, 2009 8.8
E9
Plants
Dec 6, 2009 9.2
E10
Primates
Dec 13, 2009 8.8

Cast · Directed by Simon Blakeney

DADavid Attenborough
David Attenborough
Self - Narrator (voice)

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Life — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Life?

Life is streaming on BritBox and Britbox in Australia, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Life on Netflix?

No, Life is not on Netflix in Australia as of October 2026. It's currently on BritBox and Britbox.

Is Life on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Life isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now. It's on BritBox and Britbox instead.

Where can I watch Life for free?

Life is available on BritBox and Britbox in Australia, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

How many seasons are in Life?

Life has 1 season in total (10 episodes). The series concluded in 2009.

Are all episodes of Life out yet?

Yes — all 10 episodes across 1 season of Life are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 2 of Life?

No — Life ended after 1 season, so there is no Season 2.