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How to Build a Planet

8.020131 seasonTV-PGTV SeriesDocumentary

The series uses stunning interactive CGI to reveal step-by-step how a world is put together. With a little help from the world's top scientists and engineers, Hammond will build the Earth and Solar System piece by piece.

DirectorsNigel Simpkiss·Mike Slee
ProducersKark Hedgecoe·Will Aslett

Where to watch

Not available in United Kingdom
Streaming in 2 other countries

How to Build a Planet isn't on any streaming service in United Kingdom right now, but it's available in Australia, France. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Seasons & Episodes

E1
Creating an Earth
Oct 14, 2013
E2
Engineering a Universe
Oct 21, 2013

Cast · Directed by Nigel Simpkiss

RHRichard Hammond
Richard Hammond
Himself

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How to Build a Planet — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams How to Build a Planet?

How to Build a Planet isn't on any streaming service in United Kingdom yet, but it's available in Australia and France. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is How to Build a Planet on Netflix?

No, How to Build a Planet is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of September 2026.

Is How to Build a Planet on Amazon Prime Video?

No, How to Build a Planet isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United Kingdom right now.

Where can I watch How to Build a Planet for free?

How to Build a Planet isn't streaming in United Kingdom yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

How many seasons are in How to Build a Planet?

How to Build a Planet has 1 season in total (2 episodes). The series concluded in 2013.

Are all episodes of How to Build a Planet out yet?

Yes — all 2 episodes across 1 season of How to Build a Planet are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 2 of How to Build a Planet?

No — How to Build a Planet ended after 1 season, so there is no Season 2.