Years spent recording footage of creatures from every corner of the globe is bound to produce a bit of drama. Here's a behind-the-scenes look.
Cinematography
The walrus sequence that broke the internet — here's how they got it.
Production
Four years, 50 countries, and one very patient narrator.
Director
Sophie Lanfear
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The 'Our Planet' production team pioneered new low-light camera technology specifically to film hunting scenes without artificial lighting disturbing animal behavior.
This behind-the-scenes companion dropped simultaneously with the main series, part of Netflix's strategy to combat criticism that glossy nature docs obscure environmental destruction. The walrus footage specifically sparked global conversation about climate change when it aired.
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