FAST FACTS:
- “The Dinosaurs” premieres on Netflix March 6
- Executive produced by Steven Spielberg
- Produced by Amblin Entertainment and the award-winning “Our Planet” team
- Narrated by Academy Award winner Morgan Freeman
- Described as a “groundbreaking documentary series”
- Covers the rise and fall of dinosaurs across hundreds of millions of years
- Available exclusively on Netflix (title ID: 81612720)
Netflix is betting big on prehistoric storytelling with “The Dinosaurs,” a documentary series that brings together some of entertainment’s most recognizable names for an exploration of Earth’s ancient past.
The series, set to premiere March 6, features Steven Spielberg as executive producer, continuing his decades-long fascination with dinosaurs that famously manifested in the “Jurassic Park” film franchise. This time, however, Spielberg is turning his attention to the real scientific story behind these extinct creatures.
Production comes from Amblin Entertainment, Spielberg’s company, in collaboration with the team behind “Our Planet,” the 2019 Netflix nature documentary series that won multiple Emmy Awards. This partnership suggests “The Dinosaurs” will combine cinematic storytelling with cutting-edge natural history filmmaking techniques.
Academy Award winner Morgan Freeman will narrate the series, lending his distinctive voice to guide viewers through what Netflix describes as “an epic journey into a lost world.” Freeman’s narration has previously elevated documentaries and nature programming, making him a natural choice for this ambitious project.
The series promises to chronicle the complete saga of dinosaurs, tracking their rise and eventual fall across hundreds of millions of years of Earth’s history. This comprehensive scope suggests multiple episodes covering different eras and species, though Netflix has not yet confirmed episode count or runtime details.
The involvement of the “Our Planet” production team indicates viewers can expect the same caliber of cinematography and scientific accuracy that characterized that series. “Our Planet” was praised for its stunning visuals and use of modern filming technology to capture nature in unprecedented detail.
“The Dinosaurs” will stream exclusively on Netflix starting March 6, positioning it as a potential tentpole documentary release for the streaming service. The combination of Spielberg’s name recognition, Freeman’s narration, and the proven track record of the “Our Planet” team creates significant anticipation for the series.
The timing of the March 6 release places it early in the year, potentially positioning it for awards consideration in the documentary categories later in 2026.
What to watch next:
- Whether Netflix releases episode count and runtime information
- Critical reception and viewership data after the March 6 premiere
- Potential behind-the-scenes features about the production process
Sources: Netflix YouTube channel (Official Trailer for “The Dinosaurs”)
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