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

25 March 2026

Violence, offensive language, sexual material and content that may disturb

In the final stages of planning their wedding, a couple’s seemingly perfect lives are thrown into turmoil when one partner reveals a shocking secret.

Read more

30 March 2026

Pursuit of Jade

Pursuit of Jade, Season 1

Violence and suicide

A young woman marries a disgraced nobleman to survive. They grow to love each other – but their love is challenged at every turn by political schemes and insidious secrets. They must fight, even go to war, to stay together.

Read more