David Attenborough: A Life on Our Planet

Name: David Attenborough: A Life on Our Planet
Director: Alastair Fothergill
Genre: Documentary, Drama
Released: 2020
Duration: 83 min

1h 23m · 2020 · Directed by Alastair Fothergill · 4.2 / 5 on Letterboxd

David Attenborough: A Life on Our Planet (2020) runs 1h 23m, directed by Alastair Fothergill. It is one of 3,647 films in the 100 Minute Movies catalog — every one rated 3.0 or higher by Letterboxd members and short enough to finish in an evening.

The story of life on our planet by the man who has seen more of the natural world than any other. In more than 90 years, Attenborough has visited every continent on the globe, exploring the wild places of our planet and documenting the living world in all its variety and wonder. Addressing the biggest challenges facing life on our planet, the film offers a powerful message of hope for future generations.

Genres: Documentary, Drama

Where to watch: Netflix (US, checked 9 July 2026)

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