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Primate politicsJungle ShakespeareNature's reality TV

Latest Episode

Reckoning

8.047 min

Season 1 • Episode 4

Latest

Reckoning

Apr 19, 2023

Jackson's injuries leave him vulnerable to enemies and supposed allies alike as a rainstorm sweeps through Ngogo. Will his rule as an alpha end here?

Overview

A vast community of chimpanzees thrives in a forest in Uganda, navigating complex social politics, family dynamics and dangerous territory disputes.

Content warning

animals nature miniseries chimpanzee

Power and successionFound family vs blood loyaltyTerritorial violenceIntelligence beyond humans

Standout Aspects

Direction

Intimate access to violent territorial wars and tender family moments.

Cinematography

Stunning jungle cinematography that makes Uganda look mythical.

Score

Mahershala Ali's narration elevates chimp grunts to poetry.

Best for:Solo·Friends·Binge

Heads up:Violence·Emotional

First AiredApr 19, 2023

StatusEnded

Vibe

Pacesteady

Intensityhigh

Tonemixed

Feelheavy

Seasons1·Episodes4

Top Cast

Mahershala Ali

Self - Narrator (voice)

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Deep Dive

Trivia, insights & behind the scenes

Trivia

Filmed over two years in Ngogo Forest, home to the largest known chimp population on Earth.

Insight

The 'fission-fusion' society structure mirrors early human evolution—this is basically a nature documentary about us.

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