Ocean Giants

S01E02: Deep Thinkers

This episode looks at the cognitive abilities of dolphins. We have long wondered if the universe harbours other intelligent life, but perhaps we should be looking at our own oceans. Dolphins have large brains, and are quick to learn new tricks. Like children, they also enjoy playing games.

Overview

Ground-breaking documentary granting a unique and privileged access into the magical world of whales and dolphins, uncovering the secrets of their intimate lives as never before.

Episodes

Giant Lives

S01E01 Giant Lives

August 14, 2011 10.0 60 min
The first episode focuses on humpback whales and blue whales - exploring the intimate details of the largest animals that have ever lived on our planet- the great whales.
Deep Thinkers

S01E02 Deep Thinkers

August 21, 2011 10.0 60 min
This episode looks at the cognitive abilities of dolphins. We have long wondered if the universe harbours other intelligent life, but perhaps we should be looking at our own oceans. Dolphins have large brains, and...
Voices of the Sea

S01E03 Voices of the Sea

August 28, 2011 8.5 60 min
This final episode looks at the vocalization of whales and dolphins, and how they communicate with each other.

Cast

Stephen Fry
Stephen Fry
Narrator
Didier Noirot
Himself
Doug Allan
Doug Allan
Himself

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