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Asia

"One continent. Endless wonders."

2024- 2024

1 Seasons

7 Episodes

8.8(20 votes)

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Documentary

Overview

From the vast Gobi Desert to the jungles of Borneo, and from the polar wilderness of Siberia to the coral seas of the Indian Ocean, showcasing the breath-taking variety of Asia's wildest places.

Where to Watch

Stream

Discovery+

BBC Player Amazon Channel

Discovery+ Amazon Channel

Links & Resources

Website IMDbView

Social & External

Production Companies

BBC Studios Natural History Unit

BBC America

France Télévisions

ZDF

Episodes

No episodes found for this season.

The people behind it

Cast & crew

2 featured cast members

Starring

David Attenborough

David Attenborough

Self : Presenter

Virginie Efira

Virginie Efira

Narrator (voice)

Creative team

Created by: Nick Green
Showrunner: Roger Webb

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