Documentary programs seem boring at first glance. Especially if it is a scientific documentary, which people have significant resistance against. Perhaps this statement is partially true; however, recent documentaries differ significantly from what we typically associate with programs. The narration and filming of these programs have progressed to such an extent that they will nail you in some moments.
On the other hand, based on my personal experience, when watching a scientific documentary, you may encounter new and sometimes complex concepts that are challenging to understand and digest, leading to resistance to continuing the program. With patience, this issue can be resolved by conducting further research on the topic or rewatching the program.
Below, I will introduce some scientific documentary series produced in recent years. It’s crucial to watch these documentaries in their original language rather than opting for dubbed versions. I also suggest you to download the high resolution version so that nothing is lost from the visual appeal of the scenery.
1- Cosmos, A Space-time Odyssey, 2014
IMDB: 9.3/10
The documentary Cosmos, A Space-time Odyssey is the first chapter of the new series of this unique scientific documentary. Its older series with the same name was broadcast in the 80s, and considering the scientific advances that have occurred in these 40 years, perhaps the only artistic value of that documentary remains now, and many discoveries and concepts are different from that time to now.
The first season of this science-documentary series has been broadcast in the form of 13 episodes. In each episode, Neil deGrasse Tyson, an astrophysicist and renowned scientific presenter, explores one of the mysteries of the universe and nature, providing accurate explanations in relatively simple language. Watching this documentary is essential for everyone.
2- Cosmos, Possible Worlds, 2020
IMDB: 9.3/10
Cosmos, Possible Worlds is a scientific documentary produced by the National Geographic Studio and the second season of the scientific documentary Cosmos, and it deals more with the issues of how the universe and life on Earth began. The latest discoveries of planets and extrasolar systems are also featured in this season. The implementation of the new series and 13 episodes of this program is again under the responsibility of Neil Tyson.
3- Our Planet, 2019
IMDB: 9.3/10
Our planet made by Netflix company is made in the form of 8 episodes. In each episode David Attenborough, the veteran British programmer narrates a topic from the planet Earth. Forests, deserts, poles, and the sea are among the topics that are planned in this scientific documentary. An episode showcasing behind-the-scenes footage of this series has also been released, which is equally fascinating to watch..
4- Planet Earth II, 2016
IMDB: 9.5/10
Planet Earth 2 is the second part of this documentary series, which was broadcast on BBC in 2006. Similar to the Our Planet series, David Attenborough narrates stories about various topics, such as islands, cities, mountains, forests, etc., in each episode. In terms of the subject and the way of making this collection and the collection of our planet, they are very similar to each other.
5- Blue Planet II, 2018
IMDB: 9.3/10
David Attenborough talks about the wonders under the sea in the Blue Planet 2 series. In this documentary, you will see and hear things that literally leave your mouth open. This scientific documentary, like our planet, is the second part of a documentary of the same name that was broadcast in 2001. If you enjoyed this, consider watching the first part as well.
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