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David Attenborough: A Life on Our Planet

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The story of life on our planet by the man who has seen more of the natural world than any other. In more than 90 years, Attenborough has visited every continent on the globe, exploring the wild places of our planet and documenting the…

DirectorsAlastair Fothergill·Keith Scholey
ProducersJonathan Hughes·Keith Scholey

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Cast · Directed by Alastair Fothergill

DADavid Attenborough
David Attenborough
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Max Hughes
Young David

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David Attenborough: A Life on Our Planet — streaming FAQ

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David Attenborough: A Life on Our Planet is streaming on Netflix and Netflix Standard in Canada.

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Yes — David Attenborough: A Life on Our Planet is available on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026.

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Is David Attenborough: A Life on Our Planet based on a true story?

Yes — David Attenborough: A Life on Our Planet is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).