Discovery HD's "Planet Earth" Reviews

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Discovery HD's "Planet Earth" Review Summary

Discovery HD's Planet Earth is "the best thing on TV right now. Period." Originally a BBC series, Discovery and Discovery HD have been airing Planet Earth while it has gone on to win four Primetime Emmys. This 11 part documentary took "five years and more than 2,000 days of shooting create," using technology and camera settings never used before. Viewers report that it's a great series and worth your trouble of viewing no matter what TV it's viewed on, but if you can catch it on Discovery HD on an HD television, it's "what you bought an HDTV for." Even marine biologists are singing Planet Earth's praises, saying, "when I first tuned into Planet Earth, I was so in awe, I couldn't wait to watch it again." Reviewers couldn't get over that this beautiful world is around us all all the time, yet we ignore it. "The world is an amazing place."

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Discovery HD's "Planet Earth" Ratings and Reviews

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Its the best thing on TV right now. Period.

HD fan, gadget geek, home theater owner

MAR

2007

There's no two ways about it: Discovery HD's broadcast of the BBC series "planet earth" is the best thing on TV. Its also probably the best HD footage I've ever seen.

The series is an 11 part series that took 5 years and more than 2,000 days of shooting to create. Using technology never used before in these settings (a 10,000 frame-per-second camera to capture a Great White breaching to catch a seal and an HD video camera with a lens to bring a wolf two-miles away into you living room crystal clear) the BBC has created a series that will give you a whole new appreciation for the the creatures...

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leon
Glen Ellyn, IL

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Learning becomes fun again! You must watch this

a TV lover

DEC

2007

My mom told me about this 11 part series back when it originally aired on HD TV. She has an HD TV so it must have looked fantastic. When I saw it was going to be on Discovery channel again throughout December, I knew I had to catch it. The only trouble is that this time it isn't broadcast on an HD channel but instead just the regular Discovery channel. It still looks really cool on my mom's TV, and still is worth watching on ANY TV you may have.

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Each of the 11 hour long episodes focus on one aspect of Planet Earth. Today I watched Fresh Water and Desserts. These will be replaying...

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vivasuzi
Livonia, MI

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Amazing Animal Footage

an avid TV watcher, Likes learning new things, Likes to be entertained

JAN

2008

I am a marine biologist so I love everything about marine life and the oceans. When I first tuned into Planet Earth, I was so in awe, I couldn't wait to watch it again. Each episode features never before seen footage of animals in action in amazing settings. I loved the nature scenes of the polar seas of the belugas and polar bears. The whales migrating just touched my heart, not to mention all the desert and rainforest environments. This series is 11 parts and you will want so much more. Each episode is narrated so you will not only love seeing the animal footage, but you will learn... read full review »

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stef42678
Las Vegas, NV

How did they get the camera there?

an avid TV watcher, HD fan, television buff

NOV

2007

This is what you bought an HDTV for. I like nature shows to begin with, but this thing blew me away. Some of the things they showed just made me scratch my head and say, "How in the world did they film that?" It's an absolute must see for anyone, but especially if you're a fan of nature shows.

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JazzSinger
Lafayette, LA

The world is an amazing place

Rated on February 5, 2008

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Sandsky
Mountain View, WY

The best visual quality of nature ever displayed.

an avid TV watcher, HD fan, very picky about tv

NOV

2007

Planet Earth was everything I had expected. I only wish there were more episodes. Most of the footage was shot so well and was of many things we have already seen on television. Just not in that fashion. It is visually addicting and very satisfying. The show is easily described as educational art work. I would definatly recommend this show to others. I just hope the show gets picked up for another season or atleast a few more episodes. The fan base is already there from what I understand. After the premier episode my friends and I were all talking about it. Me and my girlfriend are both very picky... read full review »

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FrankieGreens
Neptune, NJ

mother nature is unbelievable!

an avid TV watcher, Likes to be entertained, interested in cultural experiences, fascinated by the unknown, Likes learning new things

NOV

2007

i own the version narrated by sir robert attenborough(sp?) it isn't as wonderful as the version that is narrated by sigourney weaver...i really enjoyed her soft soothing voice telling the story much better. the camera work is truly incredible. i was left in complete awe of how beautiful and strange our world is. i was moved to tears many times as well. to think this life is all around us everyday and we take it for granted! definitely something everyone will love from 0-99 years!!!

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angkizzez
Marshalltown, IA

Loved all the beautiful images that were captured.

Open-minded, Likes to be entertained, watching with kids

SEP

2008

I sat down and started watching the episodes with my 11 yr old son and 9 year old daughter. I thought they would get bored, but instead, it made them want to "go green". They started recycling to avoid the adding any garbage to the oceans.They were so captivated with how there is so much to see. They love it. I think I love it more cuz they are learning something while watching, instead of them playing video games.

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mayvazq
Perris, CA

My Dad is so hard to buy for, but this was the perfect gift.

Likes learning new things, very picky about tv

DEC

2007

This was the perfect gift for someone who loves watching the Discovery Channel and learning about the earth and animals. Everyone I know that has seen it has truly enjoyed it and been fascinated by it. It was on Oprah's favorite things 2007 so you know it's good. It's narrarated by Sigourney Weaver and the visuals are truly amazing. A total viewing experience!

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OpinionGal
Culpeper, VA

Amazing!

Likes to be entertained

NOV

2007

We have been absolutely amazed by Planet Earth. We were hoping to be able to show the kids, but some of the animal eating animals scenes are a bit much for them. It is narrated by a British Guy, which is usually fine, but sometimes we can't catch what he says. We have a little TV and are impressed by everything, if you have a big TV I think you would be blown away!

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sooozanne
Meridian, ID

Planet Earth is Real Reality TV at it's Best.

Likes to be entertained

OCT

2008

I have never been a fan of nature documentaries, but the Planet Earth series got a hold of me and has not let go. This series is the most visually stunning show on TV today. If you have children it is great family entertainment and an excellent teaching tool. Be careful, some scenes are a bit graphic.

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December
Sterling Heights, MI

Amazing

Likes to be entertained

OCT

2008

Planet earth has to be the greatest nature series of all time. The camera work is amazing. If you can watch it in HD do it, it makes it that much better.

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TheTrooper
Clackamas, OR

Care the enviroment to have a good place to live

JUN

2008

hi i want that all people go with me to protect the world and create a perfect place to live in peace.

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joselyn
Valley Forge, PA

excellent

an infrequent movie goer

NOV

2008