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Life in the Freezer

8.319931 seasonTV SeriesDocumentary

Sir David Attenborough looks at the natural history of the Antarctic continent

DirectorAlastair Fothergill
ProducerAlastair Fothergill

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BBC iPlayerBBC iPlayer
Availability shown for United Kingdom · rights vary by country

Seasons & Episodes

E1
The Bountiful Sea
Nov 18, 1993
E2
The Ice Retreats
Nov 25, 1993
E3
The Race to Breed
Dec 2, 1993
E4
The Door Closes
Dec 9, 1993
E5
The Big Freeze
Dec 16, 1993
E6
Footsteps in the Snow
Dec 23, 1993

Cast · Directed by Alastair Fothergill

DADavid Attenborough
David Attenborough
Self - Presenter

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Life in the Freezer — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Life in the Freezer?

Life in the Freezer is streaming on BBC iPlayer in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Life in the Freezer on Netflix?

No, Life in the Freezer is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of September 2026. It's currently on BBC iPlayer.

Is Life in the Freezer on Amazon Prime Video?

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

Where can I watch Life in the Freezer for free?

Life in the Freezer is available on BBC iPlayer in United Kingdom, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

How many seasons are in Life in the Freezer?

Life in the Freezer has 1 season in total (6 episodes). The series concluded in 1993.

Are all episodes of Life in the Freezer out yet?

Yes — all 6 episodes across 1 season of Life in the Freezer are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 2 of Life in the Freezer?

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