Quick answer · Season 1
The Blue Planet is a nature and documentary series that aired on BBC (U.K.), running from 2001 with 1 season and 8 episodes. The Blue Planet has ended. Its final episode aired on October 31, 2001.
- U.S. premiere
- September 12, 2001
- Where
- BBC (U.K.)
- Time
- Varies by station
- Episodes
- 8
- Finale
- October 31, 2001
Where to watch The Blue Planet season 1 in the U.S.
| Where | How | When | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| BBC (U.K.) | Broadcast (free)Antenna / cable | – | Original U.K. run on BBC One. [1] |
Season 1 episode schedule
| Ep. | Title | U.S. date | Time | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction | [1] | Check local listings national slot | Listed |
| 2 | The Deep | [1] | Check local listings national slot | Listed |
| 3 | Open Ocean | [1] | Check local listings national slot | Listed |
| 4 | Frozen Seas | [1] | Check local listings national slot | Listed |
| 5 | Seasonal Seas | [1] | Check local listings national slot | Listed |
| 6 | Coral Seas | [1] | Check local listings national slot | Listed |
| 7 | Tidal Seas | [1] | Check local listings national slot | Listed |
| 8 | Coasts | [1] | Check local listings national slot | Listed |
Dates are U.S. dates. Broadcast times are the network's national slot; your local station may differ.
About The Blue Planet
The Blue Planet is a nature and documentary series that aired on BBC (U.K.), running from 2001 with 1 season and 8 episodes. The Blue Planet has ended. Its final episode aired on October 31, 2001.
Season 1: Season 1 of The Blue Planet aired from September 12, 2001 to October 31, 2001 on BBC (U.K.) (8 episodes).
- Network / service: BBC One (first aired September 12, 2001)
- Official site: bbc.co.uk
- Main cast over the series (TVmaze): David Attenborough (Narrator)
Common questions
How many seasons of The Blue Planet are there?
The Blue Planet has 1 season and 8 episodes listed, airing from September 12, 2001 to October 31, 2001.
Is The Blue Planet cancelled or ended?
The Blue Planet has ended. Its final episode aired on October 31, 2001.
Where can I watch The Blue Planet?
The Blue Planet originally aired on BBC (U.K.) in the U.S. Streaming rights for older seasons change over time, so check BBC (U.K.)'s own app and the major streaming services for the current home.
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Sources
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