Ocean Giants

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  • 2011
  • 1 Season
  • 8.1  (223)

Ocean Giants is a spectacular wildlife documentary series showcasing the amazing life of whales and dolphins, the guardians of our oceans. The show takes viewers on a journey through the world's oceans to explore these magnificent creatures while showcasing the beauty and fragility of their world.

Narrated by Stephen Fry, the show is a collaboration between the BBC and ZDF, featuring breathtaking footage from award-winning wildlife cameraman Doug Allan and renowned filmmaker Didier Noirot. It is divided into three one-hour parts, each part focusing on different species of whales and dolphins.

The first part introduces us to the largest animal on earth, the blue whale. The team sets out to capture the giant's awe-inspiring presence in stunning detail, exploring the challenges they face in their struggle for survival in today's oceans. The episode also features the furthest migrating mammal on earth, the grey whale, whose 10,000-mile trip takes them from the cold Arctic to the warm waters of Baja California.

The second episode takes us closer to the majestic dolphins, highly intelligent creatures that live in complex societies. We dive into the shallow waters of the Bahamas, where the team encounters spotted dolphins and learns about their unique hunting techniques. We also get a glimpse of the rare pink dolphin and learn about their unique feeding practices and social interactions.

The third and final episode takes us even deeper into the ocean, where the team explores the giants of the deep, the sperm whales. We learn how these marine mammals use echolocation to hunt for squid and deep-sea fish, and how they communicate with each other using intricate clicking sounds. We also follow the team as they dive into the abyssal depths of the Azores, where they encounter a group of sperm whales and learn about the challenges these creatures face in their fight for survival.

Overall, Ocean Giants is a magnificent show that is both educational and entertaining. The breathtaking footage combined with the stunning narration by Stephen Fry make it a must-watch for nature lovers and anyone interested in the ocean and its creatures. From the largest animal on earth, the blue whale, to the highly intelligent dolphins, and the giants of the deep, the show provides a fascinating insight into these amazing creatures, their habitats, and the challenges they face in today's ever-changing world.

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Seasons
Voices of the Sea
3. Voices of the Sea
August 28, 2011
This final episode looks at the vocalization of whales and dolphins, and how they communicate with each other.
Deep Thinkers
2. Deep Thinkers
August 21, 2011
This episode looks at the cognitive abilities of dolphins. We have long wondered if the universe harbours other intelligent life, but perhaps we should be looking at our own oceans. Dolphins have large brains, and are quick to learn new tricks. Like children, they also enjoy playing games.
Giant Lives
1. Giant Lives
August 14, 2011
The first episode focuses on humpback whales and blue whales - exploring the intimate details of the largest animals that have ever lived on our planet- the great whales.
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  • Premiere Date
    August 14, 2011
  • IMDB Rating
    8.1  (223)