One Strange Rock is a critically acclaimed TV series from Nutopia and Darren Aronofsky’s Protozoa Pictures presented by Will Smith.
It began broadcast on the National Geographic Channel in March 2018.
One Strange Rock explores the fragility and wonder of Planet Earth, one of the Strangest Places in the Entire Universe.
Filmed across 45 countries, 6 continents and in outer space, this epic 10 part series tells the extraordinary story of Earth and the life on it.
Hosted by Academy Award-nominated actor Will Smith and featuring a cast of astronauts – the only people to have left our planet and looked back and appreciated its wonder – the 10 part series takes viewers on a mind bending journey around the globe.
Each episode unpacks an essential aspect of our planet’s delicate systems—such as atmosphere, survival, and consciousness—highlighting the interconnectedness of all life and geological processes.
The series originally aired on National Geographic. It was then licensed to Netflix. Since 2020 it has aired exclusively on Disney+
One Strange Rock is a visually stunning National Geographic docuseries that explores Earth’s complexity and the unlikely set of circumstances that make it a unique haven for life in the universe. Directed by Darren Aronofsky and narrated by Will Smith, the series takes viewers on a journey across 10 episodes, blending breathtaking cinematography with personal insights from eight astronauts who’ve seen Earth from space.
The series won critical acclaim for its remarkable visuals and storytelling, earning an Emmy nomination for “Outstanding Cinematography for a Nonfiction Program” and winning awards at the Jackson Hole Science Media Awards, including “Best Limited Series” and “Best Writing.” One Strange Rock combines scientific curiosity with cinematic flair, making Earth feel like an alien planet seen through the eyes of those who’ve experienced it from afar.
One Strange Rock was produced by Nutopia from their office in London.