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Ocean with David Attenborough

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OCEAN WITH DAVID ATTENBOROUGH takes viewers on a breathtaking journey showing there is nowhere more vital for our survival, more full of life, wonder, or surprise, than the ocean. The celebrated broadcaster and filmmaker reveals how his lifetime has coincided with the great age of ocean discovery. Through spectacular sequences featuring coral reefs, kelp forests and the open ocean, Attenborough shares why a healthy ocean keeps the entire planet stable and flourishing. Stunning, immersive cinematography showcases the wonder of life under the seas and exposes the realities and challenges facing our ocean as never-before-seen, from destructive fishing techniques to mass coral reef bleaching. Yet the story is one of optimism, with Attenborough pointing to inspirational stories from around the world to deliver his greatest message: the ocean can recover to a glory beyond anything anyone alive has ever seen.
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James Jackson The Times (UK) Jun 10
5/5
So while this is environmental film-making at its most powerful — at times, it comes at you like a sledgehammer blow — crucially, it finds cause for optimism. Go to Full Review
Mark Kermode Kermode and Mayo's Take (YouTube) May 14
Attenborough makes an incredibly convincing argument that this is the only way forward. Go to Full Review
Vicky Jessop London Evening Standard May 7
4/5
A gorgeously-shot film that celebrates the unique beauty and diversity that comes from dipping our heads beneath the surface of the water -- while also addressing the state of the world’s seas. It’s dire. Go to Full Review
Hannah Brown Jerusalem Post Jul 7
Attenborough and his collaborators focus on how [the oceans] can be saved. His passion for the subject makes what could have been a preachy project into something fascinating. Go to Full Review
Louisa Moore Screen Zealots Jun 13
This is not a thrill-a-minute documentary, nor does it pretend to be, but the photography is beautiful. The film’s mission is clear: it’s meant to inform, inspire, and advocate by making the case that the fate of the world’s oceans is tied to our own. Go to Full Review
Kat Halstead Common Sense Media Jun 10
As Attenborough says, knowledge is important for change, and films like this that highlight the plights of the ocean, and the far-reaching effects of losing the species within, will help move the conversations, and actions, in the right direction. Go to Full Review
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Tom M Aug 28 A thought provoking emotional journey under the sea. Why we should look after our oceans and the devastating effect of deep bed fishing This feels like it could have been an hour long tv doc. But the message is clear-stop the devastation now. See more Edmund P Jul 10 A brilliant wake up call movie ,every one should see it . See more Jowan S Jun 27 A thought-provoking documentary dealing with the dangers of commercial fishing and a feel good documentary on its own. See more Charlotte P Jun 20 What a thought provoking movie. Gives hope for our oceans even though they are under dire circumstances brought on by human industries. We must heed these warnings and make some lifestyle changes. See more Mehala M Jun 12 So good!! Well-informed documentary dealing with the problems facing the ocean and it's prosperity! See more Jun 11 chat we're so cooked. An updated continuous horror movie we're livin in that would go worse if we do nothing bout it. See more Read all reviews
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Synopsis OCEAN WITH DAVID ATTENBOROUGH takes viewers on a breathtaking journey showing there is nowhere more vital for our survival, more full of life, wonder, or surprise, than the ocean. The celebrated broadcaster and filmmaker reveals how his lifetime has coincided with the great age of ocean discovery. Through spectacular sequences featuring coral reefs, kelp forests and the open ocean, Attenborough shares why a healthy ocean keeps the entire planet stable and flourishing. Stunning, immersive cinematography showcases the wonder of life under the seas and exposes the realities and challenges facing our ocean as never-before-seen, from destructive fishing techniques to mass coral reef bleaching. Yet the story is one of optimism, with Attenborough pointing to inspirational stories from around the world to deliver his greatest message: the ocean can recover to a glory beyond anything anyone alive has ever seen.
Director
Toby Nowlan, Colin Butfield, Keith Scholey
Producer
Toby Nowlan
Distributor
National Geographic Documentary Films
Production Co
Silverback Films, Open Planet Studios
Genre
Documentary, Nature
Original Language
British English
Release Date (Theaters)
May 30, 2025, Limited
Release Date (Streaming)
Jun 8, 2025
Runtime
1h 35m
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