Planet Earth II (2016): cast, story & where to watch

2016 · Series · ★ 8.6

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Released in 2016, Planet Earth II is a documentary and family series.

What it’s about. David Attenborough presents a documentary series exploring how animals meet the challenges of surviving in the most iconic habitats on earth.

Who’s in it. Planet Earth II stars David Attenborough as Self - Narrator.

How it landed. With an audience score of 8.6/10, Planet Earth II sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on HBO Max Amazon Channel, Discovery+ Amazon Channel, YouTube TV and HBO Max and rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Planet Earth II page.

If you liked it. Fans of Planet Earth II tend to enjoy Cosmos, Planet Earth, Vikings and The Last Dance.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Planet Earth II (2016)?
In US, Planet Earth II is available to stream on HBO Max Amazon Channel, Discovery+ Amazon Channel and YouTube TV, and rent or buy from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Planet Earth II worth watching?
Planet Earth II holds an audience score of 8.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary and family. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Planet Earth II?
Planet Earth II stars David Attenborough.
When was Planet Earth II released?
Planet Earth II was released in 2016.