The Blue Planet (2001)

Sir David Attenborough narrates this critically acclaimed series that dives deep into the marine environment of Planet Earth. Although two-thirds of the world's surface is covered with water, scientists know less about the oceans than they do about the surface of the moon. This limited series travels from various coasts to the poles to examine watery denizens ranging from the gigantic blue whale to microscopic coral polyps.

Genres: Documentary

What to watch after The Blue Planet

• One Strange Rock (2018) — Same subject: nature documentary
• Blue Planet II (2017) — Same subject: ocean, sea
• How the Universe Works (2010) — Similar consistency, episode to episode
• Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown (2013) — Same feel: reflective, thought-provoking
• Through the Wormhole (2010) — A loose match in how its finales land
• River Monsters (2009) — Same subject: fish