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Life

8.420091 seasonTV-GTV 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·Martha Holmes
WriterPaul Spillenger
ProducersCatherine McCarthy·Paul Spillenger

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Availability shown for United States · 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

David Attenborough
David Attenborough
Self - Narrator (voice)

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Life — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Life?

Life is streaming on HBO Max, Discovery+ and YouTube TV in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Life on Netflix?

No, Life is not on Netflix in United States as of August 2026. It's currently on HBO Max and Discovery+.

Is Life on Amazon Prime Video?

Life isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Life for free?

Life is available on HBO Max and Discovery+ in United States, 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.