Great Barrier Reef (1981): cast, story & where to watch
1981 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1981, Great Barrier Reef is a documentary film directed by George Casey, running about 39 minutes.
What it’s about. Mysterious and only superficially explored by generations of the native Aborigines, Australia's Great Barrier Reef is one of the world's most extraordinary natural life systems. Twelve hundred miles long and made up of coral, it is the Earth's largest structure built by living things, in some places extending 120 miles into the sea. So many varieties of life call the reef home that more than a dozen species can be found within any square meter of its surface. This IMAX film brilliantly captures the visual splendor of this environment with splendid underwater photography typical of the format. Sharks, sea turtles, anemones, and the coral itself are the living subjects of the camera's probing eye. Overall, this documentary is a comprehensive look at this long-studied web of life that leaves a lasting impression of its depth and beauty.
Who’s in it. Great Barrier Reef stars Rosalind Ayres as Narrator (voice) and Philip L. Clarke as Narrator (voice).
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Great Barrier Reef has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In GB you can stream it on ITVX Premium. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Great Barrier Reef page.
If you liked it. Fans of Great Barrier Reef tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Great Barrier Reef (1981)?
- In GB, Great Barrier Reef is available to stream on ITVX Premium. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Great Barrier Reef worth watching?
- Great Barrier Reef holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Great Barrier Reef?
- Great Barrier Reef stars Rosalind Ayres and Philip L. Clarke.
- When was Great Barrier Reef released?
- Great Barrier Reef was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 39 minutes.