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The Living Planet

Season 1, Episode Number 1 (The Building of the Earth)

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Released: 1984-01-19

Runtime: 55 minutes

Episode Overview

This episode covers how the various land masses of the earth were formed, including discussion of tectonic plates, faults, volcanos and other such forces. Also discusses how flora and fauna adapt to these sorts of environments as they currently exist. Includes visits to the Himalayas, Mount St Helens & Krakatoa.

Series Overview

David Attenborough examines the ways in which animals and plants adapt to their surroundings.

Genres

  • Documentary

Production Companies

  • Time-Life Video ()
  • BBC (GB)
  • BBC Studios Natural History Unit (GB)

Additional Information

Popularity: 2.8216

Vote Average: 8.4 (23 votes)

Status: Ended

Homepage: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b01qwhk1