Dynasties
"The greatest of their kind."
Follow the true stories of five of the world's most celebrated, yet endangered animals; penguins, chimpanzees, lions, painted wolves and tigers. Each in a heroic struggle against rivals and against the forces of nature, these families fight for their own survival and for the future of their dynasties.
First Aired
2018-11-11
Status
Ended
Network
BBC One
Seasons
Season 1 Episodes
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E1. Chimpanzee
A chimpanzee leader is surrounded by rivals who are prepared to kill him for his crown. Can he hold on to power? A story of power, politics and the fight for survival.
★ 8.5
E2. Emperor
Emperor penguins battle for survival against the worst winter in the world. Working together can they protect and feed their chicks till they reach adulthood?
★ 8.7
E3. Lion
The leader of a once mighty lion pride must now battle for their very survival. Can this extraordinary lioness save her family from disaster?
★ 8.6
E4. Painted Wolf
The leader of a great Painted Wolf family is growing old. Her power to keep the peace is waning. A feud with an ambitious daughter threatens to bring the dynasty down.
★ 9.3
E5. Tiger
A tigress, Raj Bhera, has 4 new cubs. She must protect them while battling rivals who want to steal her lands and overthrow her. Will she hold on and raise her cubs to adulthood?
★ 8.7
Cast
David Attenborough
Self - Narrator
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