Prehistoric Planet

NZ release: 22 May 2023

Violence Rated on: 22 May 2023

Season 2: Episode 1 & 2

Prehistoric Planet Season 2

What’s it about?

A nature documentary-style look at dinosaur life narrated by celebrated naturist Sir David Attenborough. Each episode explores a specific prehistoric environment using realistic digital effects. Dinosaur experts then use fossil evidence to talk about various aspects of dinosaur life seen in the show.

The facts

  • English language
  • 5 Episodes, about 40 minutes long
  • Staring Sir David Attenborough

Why did it get this rating?

This show was self-rated by Apple TV You can find out more about self-rating by streaming providers here.

Violence

Predators stalk and hunt prey. Sometimes they are successful, sometimes they are not. Nothing bloody or graphic, but younger children may be disturbed by scenes that show baby dinosaurs in the mouths of predators.

Animal Mating

Dinosaurs court and mate but nothing explicit is shown. Parents will be able to explain to younger children.

Further information

Why are ratings and content warnings important for me and my whānau?

Recent featured decisions

12 May 2026

Graphic violence and offensive language

Sasha is an experienced climber and kayaker grieving the death of her husband. She heads into the Australian wilderness for a solo adventure. What starts as a trip to clear her head turns into a brutal fight for survival when she discovers a seemingly friendly local is actually hunting her through the remote national park.

Read more

17 May 2026

Mint

Mint, Episodes 1-2

Drug use, offensive language, sex scenes, violence

Unconventional crime drama and romance that reimagines the classic Romeo and Juliet story. Set in industrial Scotland, the eight-part series follows 22-year-old Shannon, the sheltered daughter of a powerful local crime boss. Her life shifts when she falls for Arran, a young man who has recently arrived in town and belongs to a rival crime family.

Read more