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The Prequel

Watch some of the most awe-inspiring shots and highlights from the new series, set to an exclusive track developed by Hans Zimmer and Radiohead.

The world-exclusive introduction to the show, narrated by series presenter Sir David Attenborough, and set to an exclusive track developed by Hans Zimmer and Radiohead.

The prequel features an array of some of the most awe-inspiring shots and highlights from the new series, as well as several exclusive scenes that will not feature in any of the seven episodes coming soon to BBC One.

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