Product DescriptionWith an unprecedented production budget of $25 million, and from the makers of Blue Planet: Seas of Life, comes the epic story of life on Earth. Five years in production, over 2,000 days in the field, using 40 cameramen filming across 200 locations, shot entirely in high definition, this is the ultimate portrait of our planet. A stunning television experience that captures rare action, impossible locations and intimate moments with our planet's best-loved, wildest and most elusive creatures. From the highest mountains to the deepest rivers, this blockbuster series takes you on an unforgettable journey through the daily struggle for survival in Earth's most extreme habitats. Planet Earth takes you to places you have never seen before, to experience sights and sounds you may never experience anywhere else. DVD Features:
Other:110 minutes of behind the scenes footage - one 10-minute behind the scenes program for each episode (SD release only)
Documentary:Planet Earth - The Future: This 3-part, 2 1/2 hour series looks at what the future may hold for endangered animals, habitats and -- ultimately -- ourselves. Following the environmental issues raised by Planet Earth, it asks why so many species are threatened and how they can be protected in future. (SD release only)
- Actors: David Attenborough
- Aspect Ratio: 1.78:1
- Audience Rating: NR (Not Rated)
- Format: Anamorphic, Box set, Closed-captioned, DVD-Video, NTSC
- Language (Original Language): English
- Language (Published): English
- Region Code: 1
- Release Date: 2007-04-24
- Theatrical Release Date: 2007
Customer ReviewsReviewed on 2008-07-27 
A Blu Ray necessity
Simply put, if there is any single Blu Ray series you should own after purchasing your first Blu Ray DVD player, this is the series. Incredible quality, incredible footage.
The only minor gripe, is the Blu Ray DVD version of the series differs from the standard and HD DVD versions of the series as it does not come with the behind-the-scenes footage of how the series was shot. Having said this, I would not let this small issue prevent you from buying this outstanding series. |  | Reviewed on 2008-07-26 
Way too Violent
Specatacular views, but way too much footage of animals eating animals. Every segment in the 5 disc collection keys into the fight for survival with preditors capturing and devouring their victims.
Whether slowly or quickly, this is bothersome. I can not deny the reality and rules by which nature works, however, I was unprepared for the way BBC went there and stayed there time and time again. Perhaps a better title for this series would be "Planet Preditor." I bought this in hopes of sharing with my children. Now, I wish I hadn't purchased it. | | Reviewed on 2008-07-25
Just what's advertised
I bought the blu-ray version, I'm running it on a Sharp blu-ray DVD player, and it's gorgeous. Exactly what I was expected. The narration is very well suited, the script is on, and the visuals are really compelling.
What you get is a beautiful documentary, scenes, landscapes, a lot of animals, great to look at, very easy to watch. There's no plot. It doesn't grab you. It's not a suspense thriller. Just a tour of natural beauty on earth.
That's what I wanted, that's what I got. | | Reviewed on 2008-07-24
disappointed
I purchased this product thinking it would work with our HDTV not knowing I needed a HD DVD, and that it is not compatible with BlueRay either. Probably my fault, but very disappointed. | | Reviewed on 2008-07-24
Stop reading the reviews and buy this now!
This is the most fantastic nature documentary series ever made. On Blu Ray, it is even better! There is no bonus footage like the DVD set but I have seen it, and it honestly pales in comparison to the actual show. The US DVD version features narration by Sigourney Weaver which leaves something to be desired, in my opinion. Order this version now and enjoy some of the most beautiful wildlife photography you may ever see in your life. | |
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