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The Best Episodes of Wild Isles

Every episode of Wild Isles ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Wild Isles!

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This nature documentary introduces viewers to the fauna and flora of Britain and Ireland across four main areas: woodlands, grasslands, freshwater and marine.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Wild Isles Season 1 Episode 5 - Ocean
    8.8/10(133 votes)

    #1 - Ocean

    S1:E5

    David Attenborough explores our seas, from the vibrant and surprising shallows to the abundant open ocean, and reveals some extraordinary and dramatic wildlife stories.

    Director:Gisle Sverdrup
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Wild Isles Season 1 Episode 1 - Our Precious Isles
    8.7/10(193 votes)

    #2 - Our Precious Isles

    S1:E1

    David Attenborough celebrates the rich variety of habitats in our wild isles, the existence of which is critical for the survival of species right across the globe.

    Directors:Hilary Jeffkins, Nicholas Gates
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Wild Isles Season 1 Episode 2 - Woodland
    8.6/10(157 votes)

    #3 - Woodland

    S1:E2

    David Attenborough follows our woodlands throughout the year, showcasing their astonishing variety and unearthing incredible stories hidden amongst the trees.

    Director:Chris Howard
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Wild Isles Season 1 Episode 3 - Grassland
    8.6/10(148 votes)

    #4 - Grassland

    S1:E3

    David Attenborough explores our grasslands, from beautiful flower meadows to the rich open landscapes of our mountains, and reveals some extraordinary and dramatic wildlife stories.

    Director:Nicholas Gates
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Wild Isles Season 1 Episode 4 - Freshwater
    8.5/10(130 votes)

    #5 - Freshwater

    S1:E4

    David Attenborough takes us on a journey from source to sea, following the course of our fresh water to reveal a host of astonishing wildlife.

    Director:Chris Howard
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"Ocean" is the best rated episode of "Wild Isles". It scored 8.8/10 based on 133 votes. Directed by Gisle Sverdrup and written by Unknown, it aired on 4/9/2023. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "Our Precious Isles".