Secrets of Life
1956, English. Directed by James Algar.
THE WONDROUS Mysteries of Nature Brought to the Screen for the First Time in a Motion Picture You Will Never Forget!
A feature-length documentary showing the changing world of nature, the sky, the sea, the sun, planets, insects and volcanic action. A story of nature's strange and intricate designs for survival and her many methods of perpetuating life.
- Runtime
- 1h 10m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- G
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Secrets of Life is streaming on Disney Plus in India.
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- Released
- 6 November 1956
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- James Algar
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In release order. The films it follows, and anything it builds on.
Seal Island
1948 · 7.2/10
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Beaver Valley
1950 · 6.9/10
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Nature's Half Acre
1951 · 7.4/10
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The Olympic Elk
1952 · 8.0/10
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Water Birds
1952 · 6.8/10
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Bear Country
1953 · 7.5/10
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Prowlers of the Everglades
1953 · 7.4/10
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The Living Desert
1953 · 7.1/10
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The Vanishing Prairie
1954 · 7.2/10
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The African Lion
1955 · 7.1/10
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Secrets of Life: quick answers
What should I watch before Secrets of Life?
Watch Prowlers of the Everglades (1953), The Living Desert (1953), The Vanishing Prairie (1954), and The African Lion (1955) first, plus 6 earlier titles listed on this page.
What comes after Secrets of Life?
Next in the series: Perri (1957), White Wilderness (1958), and Jungle Cat (1960).
Is Secrets of Life worth watching?
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How long is Secrets of Life?
Secrets of Life runs 70 minutes (1h 10m).
Does Secrets of Life have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Secrets of Life. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Secrets of Life parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Secrets of Life is rated G in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Secrets of Life on?
Secrets of Life is streaming on Disney Plus in India. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like Secrets of Life?
If you liked Secrets of Life, try Attenborough and the Giant Elephant, Great Natural Wonders of the World, The Vanishing Prairie.
Who directed Secrets of Life?
Secrets of Life (1956) was directed by James Algar and stars Winston Hibler.