Triumph of Life

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Documentary

Despite overwhelming obstacles, life on Earth has evolved from the most humble of beginnings to a level of diversity that challenges human comprehension. The fittest have indeed survived -- even in places where no living creatures could be thought to exist. NATURE's six-part series presents the remarkable story of evolution and its survivors.

Cast

Liev Schreiber

George Page

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The Four Billion Year War

2000-01-14 · 53m

Explains how both conflict and cooperation have helped shape the species that today populate our world. And it profiles the winners and losers - from the massive dinosaurs to the humble bacteria that have survived for billions of years.

The Mating Game

2000-01-21 · 53m

Take a passionate look at the evolution of sex, which allows a species to pass its genes along from generation to generation.

The Eternal Arms Race

2000-01-28 · 53m

As predators became better hunters, their prey also evolved better defenses. The drive to survive has produced remarkable hunting strategies. Other animals have taken to deception.

Winning Teams

2000-02-04 · 52m

Take a close look at the alliances that animals have forged - with others of their own kind and very different organisms - in a bid to stay alive.

Brain Power

2000-02-11 · 53m

Explore the evolution of brains. The bundle of nerve cells that allows us to sense our surroundings, sort out information, and make decisions.

The Survivors

2000-02-18 · 53m

Explore the factors that make winners and losers in the game of life, and poses the question: who will triumph in the long run?