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Life on Earth S1E1 — The Infinite Variety
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Life on Earth•Season 1•Episode 1

The Infinite Variety

8.7/10 · 132 votesJan 16, 197955 min

Ranked #7 of 13 in Season 1•matches the season avg

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The first ever episode of the landmark natural history series Life on Earth. David Attenborough explores the wildlife and landscape that inspired Charles Darwin's theory of evolution.

Written byDavid Attenborough
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David Attenborough

David Attenborough

Self - Presenter

Crew11

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Richard Brock

Producer

David Attenborough

David Attenborough

Writer

A

Alec Brown

Editor

M

Martin Saunders

Cinematography

W

Walter Deas

Cinematography

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Peter Parks

Cinematography

C

Charles McGhie

Graphic Designer

J

John Sparks

Producer

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Neil Cleminson

Producer's Assistant

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Michael Salisbury

Producer's Assistant

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Keith Hopkins

Producer's Assistant

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Episode Summary

"The Infinite Variety" is episode 1 of Life on Earth season 1. It scored 8.7/10 from 132 votes, ranking #7 of 13 episodes this season (season average 8.7). Written by David Attenborough, it aired on January 16, 1979.

Next: E2 · Building BodiesBest of Season 1