Catastrophe

Awe-struck, CGI-heavy science lesson that makes deep time feel vivid and slightly ominous, with a genial host guiding you through disaster.

Created by

Ben Lawrie, Paul Nelson

Genres

Documentary

Starring

Tony Robinson, Dr. William K. Hartman, Dr. Robin Canup

Tagline

Our planet is shaped by an endless cycle of destruction and renewal.

Overview

This spectacular five-part series, presented by Tony Robinson, investigates the history of natural disasters, from the planet's beginnings to the present, putting a new perspective on our existence – that we are the product of catastrophe. Using the latest CGI effects and featuring scientific experts, the series reveals how the evolution of life on Earth has been shaped by lethal catastrophes that have caused mass extinctions, almost to the point of wiping out life altogether.

How it feels

Earnest and tense. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Science, nature, survival, death

Content

No violence, gore, sexual content or swearing.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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