Prehistoric Planet

Prehistoric Planet has built a real following in Australia on Apple TV, and in the US on Apple TV among viewers who want documentaries that actually inform. Across 3 seasons, the show has had time to find its rhythm and keep it. With 502 viewer ratings on TMDB, this is not a title flying under the radar. Worth watching in order, from the beginning — the cumulative effect is the point. Start it on Apple TV whenever you need something guaranteed to land.

Prehistoric Planet is not trying to be everything to everyone, and that focus is exactly what makes it work. Prehistoric Planet resists the urge to oversimplify a subject that deserves better. Experience the wonders of our world like never before in this epic series from Jon Favreau and the producers of Planet Earth. Travel back 66 million years to when majestic dinosaurs and extraordinary creatures roamed the lands, seas, and skies. Featuring Tom Hiddleston, it gets access that is hard to secure twice. 3 seasons (2022–2025) gave the story room most shows never get. What elevates Prehistoric Planet above most documentary work is a refusal to settle for the easy version of the story. It rarely drops the ball, and when it does, it recovers fast.

Prehistoric Planet is the kind of documentary you immediately want to recommend to someone else. The tonal similarities to Life on Our Planet are real, though Prehistoric Planet carves out its own identity quickly. Best experienced as a single, sustained watch if your schedule allows. The subject drives every choice here, not the other way around. The kind of production you finish and immediately want to read more about.

Prehistoric Planet is currently airing new episodes, created by Mike Gunton — so there's no better time to catch up before the story moves forward. Find exactly where it's streaming below, and TV Butler Pro makes it effortless to track your progress as you go. Just search the name, and Butler finds it instantly, tells you which service has it, and remembers exactly where you left off.