The Blue Planet (2001)

Kernel Score: 92% · 380 ratings

Genres: Documentary

First aired: 2001-09-12

Seasons: 1 · 8 episodes

Where to watch The Blue Planet

  • Stream: Discovery +, WeTV
  • Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, Fandango At Home

US availability, updated 2026-10-23.

Overview

Sir David Attenborough narrates this critically acclaimed series that dives deep into the marine environment of Planet Earth. Although two-thirds of the world's surface is covered with water, scientists know less about the oceans than they do about the surface of the moon. This limited series travels from various coasts to the poles to examine watery denizens ranging from the gigantic blue whale to microscopic coral polyps.

The Blue Planet parents' guide: all ages

Parents need to know that The Blue Planet is an educational nature documentary series exploring ocean life narrated by David Attenborough.

  • Violence & scariness: A little — As a nature documentary, some predator-prey footage of ocean wildlife may occur, though it is educational rather than graphic.

Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.

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The Blue Planet FAQ

Is The Blue Planet good?

The Blue Planet has a 92% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 380 audience ratings.

Where can I watch The Blue Planet?

In the US you can stream The Blue Planet on Discovery + and WeTV and buy it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and Fandango At Home.

Is The Blue Planet OK for kids?

Fresh Kernels suggests all ages. Parents need to know that The Blue Planet is an educational nature documentary series exploring ocean life narrated by David Attenborough.

What shows are like The Blue Planet?

If you liked The Blue Planet, try Blue Planet II, Planet Earth II, Planet Earth and Our Planet.