Is Life on Earth coming back?
Life on Earth (1979–2026) — nature on BBC Two
The answer: Last episode May 3, 2026. No new episodes announced.
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About Life on Earth
Life on Earth ended on 2026-05-03 on BBC Two. The series concluded after its 13th season, which started in 1979.
Life on Earth was a natural history documentary series produced by the BBC, first broadcast in the UK from 16 January 1979. It explored the diversity of life on our planet, showcasing various ecosystems and species through detailed footage and narration.
The show starred David Attenborough as the presenter. It had a runtime of approximately 50 minutes per episode.
Life on Earth episode schedule
13 aired
Aired · 13
| Date | Ep. | Title |
|---|---|---|
| April 10, 1979 | S1·E13 | The Compulsive Communicators |
| April 3, 1979 | S1·E12 | Life in the Trees |
| March 27, 1979 | S1·E11 | The Hunters and Hunted |
| March 20, 1979 | S1·E10 | Theme and Variations |
| March 13, 1979 | S1·E9 | The Rise of the Mammals |
| March 6, 1979 | S1·E8 | Lords of the Air |
| February 27, 1979 | S1·E7 | Victors of the Dry Land |
| February 20, 1979 | S1·E6 | Invasion of the Land |
| February 13, 1979 | S1·E5 | Conquest of the Waters |
| February 6, 1979 | S1·E4 | The Swarming Hordes |
| January 30, 1979 | S1·E3 | The First Forests |
| January 23, 1979 | S1·E2 | Building Bodies |
| January 16, 1979 | S1·E1 | The Infinite Variety |
