'Night On Earth': Release date, plot, cast, trailer and all you need to know about Netflix's docu-series

The limited series will take you on a journey into nature and its life forms in the dark of the night
UPDATED JAN 22, 2020
 (Netflix)
(Netflix)

What happens in the heart of nature in the dead of the night? What are the animals, birds and other creatures up to as the sun hides behind the horizon? Discover the planet earth at its fascinating best with the help of the latest technology that captures every movement of nature at night.

Release Date

The limited documentary series will premiere on Netflix on January 29.

Plot

The series follows the life on earth in its most natural environment using cutting-edge technology as it lifts the veil of darkness and ventures into the animal world and captures their every action.

Host

Samira Wiley (IMDb)

The show features Samira Wiley as the host and narrator. Also known by Samira Denise Wiley, she is an American actor and producer, and a popular face of network television. She has gained popularity for her appearance in 'Orange is the New Black' (2013), 'The Sitter' (2011) and 'The Walking Dead: Michonne' (2016). She also won an Emmy Award for Outstanding Guest Actress in a Drama Series for playing Moira in 'The Handmaid's Tale: After' in 2018.

Showrunner

The network has not released any information on the showrunner for 'Night on Earth' as of yet. Stay tuned as we bring you more updates and more trivia on this section.

Trailer

Sneak a peek at the preview of the 'Night on Earth' and see what the nature series has in store.



 

Where to Watch

You can watch all the episodes on Netflix as they all drop this January 29. 

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