
TV series
Man on Earth
2009, English, on Channel 4.
Man on Earth is a four-part British documentary television series presented by Tony Robinson. The programme documents the effects of climate change across 200,000 years of human history. The series premiered 7 December 2009 on Channel 4 with 1.4 million viewers. Accompanying Robinson to help explain the science are archaeologist Dr. Jago Cooper and climate modeller Dr. Joy Singarayer.
- Seasons
- 1
- Episodes
- 4
- Episode length
- 48 min
- Status
- Ended in 2009
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Latest episode
S1 E4: The Modern World
Aired 28 December 2009
Seasons 1
Cast & crew
Details
- First aired
- 7 December 2009
- Last aired
- 28 December 2009
- Network
- Channel 4
- Language
- English
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- Scripted
- Rated
- TV-G
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Man on Earth: quick answers
Is Man on Earth worth watching?
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How many seasons of Man on Earth are there?
Man on Earth has 1 season and 4 episodes, about 48 minutes each.
Is Man on Earth finished?
Yes. Man on Earth ended in 2009, so you can watch the whole story.
Which OTT platform is Man on Earth on?
Man on Earth isn’t listed on any OTT platform in India yet. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
Man on Earth parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Man on Earth is rated TV-G. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
What shows are like Man on Earth?
If you liked Man on Earth, try Natural World, Our Planet, Planet Earth III.
