The Great Warming (2006): cast, story & where to watch

2006 · Film · ★ 6.7

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Released in 2006, The Great Warming is a documentary film, running about 85 minutes.

What it’s about. We are living at the dawn of a new epoch. Year by year, degree by degree, Earth is growing warmer... a legacy of the Industrial Revolution, population growth, and our addiction to technology, speed and power. Just as other generations spoke of a Great Plague and a Great Depression, our children will be compelled to endure The Great Warming - and find a way to conquer its consequences. Filmed in eight countries on four continents, endorsed by dozens of the world's leading scientists, this is the most factually accurate, visually stunning and wide-ranging production ever mounted about this complex, fascinating subject.

Who’s in it. The Great Warming stars Keanu Reeves as Narrator (voice) and Alanis Morissette as Narrator (voice).

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, The Great Warming has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Great Warming page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Great Warming 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 The Great Warming (2006)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Great Warming change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Great Warming worth watching?
The Great Warming holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Great Warming?
The Great Warming stars Keanu Reeves and Alanis Morissette.
When was The Great Warming released?
The Great Warming was released in 2006, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.