An awe-inspiring, jaw-dropping, heart-stopping exploration of humankind's adaptation to the world's most extreme environments
Explore how humans have adapted to life in the planet's oceans, from Philippines sea nomads to Brazilian fishermen.
Discover how people survive in the world's hottest deserts, from the Sahara to the Atacama.
See how humans have made a home in the coldest places on Earth, from Greenland to Siberia.
Journey into the planet's rainforests to meet remarkable human cultures adapted to these lush environments.
Witness the extraordinary ways in which people survive at extreme altitudes, from the Andes to the Himalayas.
Human Planet is a groundbreaking BBC series that explores humanity's incredible ability to adapt and thrive in every corner of our diverse world. From the frozen Arctic to the blistering Sahara, from impenetrable jungles to merciless mountains, this series illuminates the remarkable ways in which people have made a home in the most extreme and challenging environments on Earth.
Each episode focuses on a particular habitat and reveals how its inhabitants have developed ingenious ways of surviving and flourishing. Through stunning cinematography and intimate storytelling, Human Planet captures the resourcefulness, courage, and wisdom of people living in harmony with their surroundings, often in the face of incredible hardship.
Narrated by John Hurt, this series is not just a celebration of human ingenuity, but also a stark reminder of our deep connection to the natural world and the importance of preserving these unique ways of life in the face of rapid global change.