Polar Extremes(2020)
Polar Extremes Synopsis
Renowned paleontologist Kirk Johnson takes us on an epic adventure through time at the polar extremes of our planet. Following a trail of strange fossils found in all the wrong places—beech trees in Antarctica, hippo-like mammals in the Arctic—Johnson uncovers the bizarre history of the poles, from miles-high ice sheets to warm polar forests teeming with life. What caused such dramatic changes at the ends of the Earth? And what can the past reveal about our planet’s climate today—and in the future?
Polar Extremes (2020) is a documentary film directed by Lucy Haken, released on February 5, 2020 with a runtime of 1h 53m. It stars Kirk Johnson. Viewers rate it 5.0 out of 10 across 2 ratings.
- Director:
- Lucy Haken
- Producers:
- Caitlin Saks, Joby Lubman, David Dugan
- Cinematographer:
- Piers Leigh
- Production:
- Windfall Films
- Status:
- Released
Polar Extremes (2020) Trailer
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Polar Extremes Cast & Crew
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Directed by Lucy Haken, produced by Caitlin Saks, Joby Lubman and David Dugan.
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Average viewer score of 5.0/10 from 2 ratings.
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Polar Extremes – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Polar Extremes online?
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Polar Extremes (2020) is available to stream on PBS Documentaries Amazon Channel, and to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Streaming availability is checked against JustWatch data and can change by region.
Who stars in Polar Extremes?
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The main cast of Polar Extremes (2020) includes Kirk Johnson. The film was directed by Lucy Haken. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Polar Extremes released?
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Polar Extremes was released on February 5, 2020 and runs for 1h 53m.
Is Polar Extremes worth watching?
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Polar Extremes (2020) holds an average rating of 5.0 out of 10 from 2 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
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