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Proteus: A Nineteenth Century Vision

5.020041h MovieDocumentaryAnimationHistory

The animated documentary Proteus explores the nineteenth century's engagement with the undersea world through science, technology, painting, poetry and myth. The central figure of the film is biologist and artist Ernst Haeckel, who found…

DirectorDavid Lebrun
WriterDavid Lebrun

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KanopyKanopy
Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by David Lebrun

MSMarian Seldes
Marian Seldes
Narrator (voice)
CBCorey Burton
Corey Burton
Ernst Haeckel (voice)
RDRichard Dysart
Richard Dysart
The Ancient Mariner (voice)
PPPhil Proctor
Phil Proctor
Wolfgang von Goethe (voice)
JWJames Warwick
James Warwick
Log of HMS Challenger (voice)

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Proteus: A Nineteenth Century Vision — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Proteus: A Nineteenth Century Vision?

Proteus: A Nineteenth Century Vision is streaming on Kanopy in United States, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Proteus: A Nineteenth Century Vision on Netflix?

No, Proteus: A Nineteenth Century Vision is not on Netflix in United States as of November 2026. It's currently on Kanopy.

Is Proteus: A Nineteenth Century Vision on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Proteus: A Nineteenth Century Vision isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now. It's on Kanopy instead.

Where can I watch Proteus: A Nineteenth Century Vision for free?

Proteus: A Nineteenth Century Vision is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy in United States.