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Secret Lives of Orangutans

7.520241h 18mPGMovieDocumentary

Follow a multi-generational orangutan family through their treetop triumphs and travails in this immersive documentary narrated by David Attenborough.

DirectorHuw Cordey
WriterHuw Cordey
ProducerHuw Cordey

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Cast · Directed by Huw Cordey

DADavid Attenborough
David Attenborough
Self - Narrator (voice)

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Secret Lives of Orangutans — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Secret Lives of Orangutans?

Secret Lives of Orangutans is streaming on Netflix and Netflix Standard in United States.

Is Secret Lives of Orangutans on Netflix?

Yes — Secret Lives of Orangutans is available on Netflix in United States as of September 2026.

Is Secret Lives of Orangutans on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Secret Lives of Orangutans isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now. It's on Netflix and Netflix Standard instead.

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Secret Lives of Orangutans is available on Netflix and Netflix Standard in United States, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.