How to watch Blue Planet III from anywhere - stream David Attenborough's remarkable new nature series online
As the beloved show returns for a third instalment, here’s all the details and how to tune in
A quarter of a century after it first hit our screens, Sir David Attenborough and the BBC are back with a third installment of Blue Planet, giving viewers new insight into the untold stories from our magical underwater worlds.
Sir David returned to narrate Blue Planet II in 2017, exposing the threats to our oceans. Now, the new six-part series will explore stories of adaptation and resilience in our changing world, along with stories of hope and recovery.
Each individual episode will focus on five key underwater habitats: Tropical Seas, Open Ocean, Seasonal Seas, Polar Waters and The Deep. While the sixth and final will hone in on the future of our seas and delve into what we can and need to do to protect them.
Speaking about the new series, Sir David, who like woman&home turned 100 this year, said, ‘Twenty-five years ago, when I narrated the first Blue Planet series, it didn't occur to me that I would be narrating a third series in my centennial year. The ocean is an endlessly fascinating place.’
‘In these new programmes we uncover a further wonderful array of underwater life, which is more surprising, more sophisticated and even more important than we ever realised. I am proud and delighted to be associated with Blue Planet III.’
Cinematographer João Rodrigues films a loggerhead turtle (Caretta caretta) resting at the surface of the water for Blue Planet III: Open Ocean.
How to watch Blue Planet III for free in the UK
Blue Planet III will begin today (Sunday 1 November) at 8pm on BBC One.
For those who can’t wait for week-by-week releases and want to binge-watch, the first three episodes will also all be released on iPlayer on the same day.
How to watch Blue Planet III from anywhere in the world
Not going to be near your usual TV set up for the return of Blue Planet? Not to worry, you can tune in by using a VPN.
A VPN is a virtual private network and it allows you to change your IP address to that of an area where the show you want to watch is airing, meaning you don’t have to miss your favourite programmes while away from home.
Our sister site, TechRadar, has tested all of the major VPN services and they rate Nord to be the absolute best.
They say, ‘It’s compatible with all of your devices, supports most streaming services, and ranks among the fastest. You can even install it on devices like an Amazon Fire TV Stick, Apple TV, Xbox, and PlayStation. So for a one-stop-shop, you can’t go wrong with Nord.’
If you've never installed a VPN before, don't worry, it's quick and easy. Just follow these three steps:
- Download and install the VPN following NordVPN's easy-to-follow instructions.
- Once you've installed your VPN, open the app and select your server location as anywhere in the UK.
- With your VPN installed and server location set to UK, you can now watch Blue Planet III online
Experience the magic of Blue Planet III live
Blue Planet III Live in Concert
Following its no-doubt successful TV run, fans will have the chance to see Blue Planet III come to life as a UK arena tour has just been announced.
In May 2027, audiences can watch the series on a huge 200 square metre Ultra HD LED screen against a backdrop of the Hans Zimmer score, which will be performed live by the City of Prague Philharmonic Orchestra.
Locations include Manchester, Glasgow, Birmingham and London and tickets are on sale now.
The series Executive Producer, Elizabeth White, will host, sharing behind-the-scenes stories and details from filming.
She said, ‘Making Blue Planet III has taken us to places we never imagined we'd film. But there's something about bringing that footage into a concert arena full of people, with the score performed live all around you, that will be truly special.’
