Parenthood

Overview

A journey like no other, full of risk and reward. David Attenborough tells stories of dedication, ingenuity and sacrifice as animals embark on an epic challenge – being a parent.

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Episodes

The Greatest Adventure

S01E01 The Greatest Adventure

August 3, 2025 58 min
A journey like no other – full of moments of joy and danger. For animal parents in the wild, the stakes could not be higher, with success ensuring the future of life on our planet.
Oceans

S01E02 Oceans

August 10, 2025 58 min
Parenting in the ocean is rare, and demands dedication and intelligence. From navigating the reef, to teaching their young to hunt giants, these parents have the most remarkable strategies on Earth.
Grasslands

S01E03 Grasslands

August 17, 2025 58 min
Parents must constantly balance risk and reward when raising young in open grasslands. Whilst abundant grass promises plentiful food and places to call home, this alone cannot guarantee success.
Freshwater

S01E04 Freshwater

August 24, 2025 58 min
Water is essential to all life on Earth but too much or too little can be disastrous. Parents must master timing, to overcome freshwater’s constant change and successfully raise the next generation.
Jungles

S01E05 Jungles

August 31, 2025 58 min
Raising young in the complex world of jungles requires ingenuity. Parents must become masters of their environment and learn to exploit every opportunity through determination and teamwork.

Cast

David Attenborough
David Attenborough
Self - Narrator (voice)

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