Making Life on Earth: Attenborough's Greatest Adventure

Discover the story behind one of the most groundbreaking natural history documentaries.

Sir David and the original production team reflect on making the Life on Earth series

In 1976, David Attenborough embarked on his most ambitious project ever, Life on Earth. No-one had ever attempted a natural history series on this scale before, and David’s reputation was on the line.

This is the remarkable story behind the BBC’s most famous wildlife blockbuster. A three-year, hair-raising odyssey around the world, travelling to 40 countries and filming over 600 species, …