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The Trials of Life

9.2199011h MovieDocumentary

Each of the twelve 50-minute episodes features a different aspect of the journey through life, from birth to adulthood and continuation of the species through reproduction.

DirectorMike Gunton

ProducersPeter Jones·Keenan Smart

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Streaming in 1 other country

The Trials of Life isn't on any streaming service in United States right now, but it's available in United Kingdom. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by Mike Gunton

David Attenborough

Self - Presenter

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