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Life on Air: David Attenborough's 50 Years in Television

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Director: Andrew Findlay
Release date: 2002-11-20
Runtime: 59m
Language: EN
Status: Released
Country: United Kingdom
Studio: BBC Bristol Productions

About Life on Air: David Attenborough's 50 Years in Television

Life on Air: David Attenborough's 50 Years in Television is a 2002 movie in the Documentary and TV Movie genres, directed by Andrew Findlay, starring Michael Palin and David Attenborough. It has a runtime of 59 minutes. It holds an average rating of 8.4/10 from 4 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Life on Air: David Attenborough's 50 Years in Television in Australia — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Life on Air: David Attenborough's 50 Years in Television is a BBC documentary film that recounts David Attenborough's television career. It is presented by Michael Palin and produced by Brian Leith. The BBC first transmitted the documentary in 2002 and is part of the Attenborough in Paradise and Other Personal Voyages collection of 7 documentaries. It includes interviews with Attenborough and several of his former colleagues, along with archival footage.

Cast

Michael Palin

Self - Presenter

David Attenborough

Self

Themes & keywords

biographynature documentarydavid attenborough

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How long is Life on Air: David Attenborough's 50 Years in Television?+

Life on Air: David Attenborough's 50 Years in Television has a runtime of 59 minutes (59 minutes).

Who stars in Life on Air: David Attenborough's 50 Years in Television?+

Life on Air: David Attenborough's 50 Years in Television stars Michael Palin and David Attenborough.

When did Life on Air: David Attenborough's 50 Years in Television come out?+

Life on Air: David Attenborough's 50 Years in Television is a 2002 movie directed by Andrew Findlay.

What genre is Life on Air: David Attenborough's 50 Years in Television?+

Life on Air: David Attenborough's 50 Years in Television is Documentary and TV Movie film.

Who directed Life on Air: David Attenborough's 50 Years in Television?+

Life on Air: David Attenborough's 50 Years in Television was directed by Andrew Findlay.