Overview
- Ocean With David Attenborough premiered globally in cinemas on May 8, coinciding with the naturalist's 99th birthday and receiving widespread acclaim.
- The documentary highlights the devastating impact of industrial fishing practices like bottom trawling and presents a compelling case for marine restoration.
- Attenborough calls for fully protected reserves covering one-third of the ocean, leveraging global commitments to ocean conservation made in recent years.
- The film's release is strategically timed ahead of World Ocean Day on June 8 and the UN Ocean Conference in France, aiming to influence global leaders.
- Streaming on National Geographic, Disney+, and Hulu is set for June 8, expanding its reach to a global audience and amplifying its conservation message.