A Perfect Planet
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S1 E1 - Volcano
January 3, 202152minWe can't control volcanoes, but without them there would be no life on Earth. They may appear destructive but magma from the planet’s molten core builds land and mineral rich ash from regular eruptions fertilize the surface.Free trial of discovery+ or buyS1 E2 - The Sun
January 3, 202149minFrom the frozen poles to the searing deserts, The Sun reveals how animals have come up with brilliant strategies and adaptations to survive the uneven amounts of sunlight that fall on our unique planet.Free trial of discovery+ or buyS1 E3 - Weather
January 9, 202149minWeather controls the uneven, and often patchy, distribution of freshwater around our planet. In doing so, it shapes the lives of animals across the globe, giving rise to an incredible diversity of species and habitats.Free trial of discovery+ or buyS1 E4 - Oceans
January 16, 202148minThere are not five separate oceans, but one. Its waters linked by powerful forces that keep them on the move. This constant mixing is vital for the health of oceans and marine life.Free trial of discovery+ or buyS1 E5 - Humans
January 23, 202150minHumans are changing our planet so rapidly, it's affecting Earth’s life support systems: our weather, our oceans and the living world. We discover what is going wrong and how Earth's natural forces can provide a solution.Free trial of discovery+ or buyS1 E6 - Making Of
January 2, 202148minBehind the scenes with the Perfect Planet film crews as they document epic wildlife stories.Available to buy
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