Sunrise Earth (2004)

Specials

Sunrise Earth is a nature documentary television series featuring hour-long episodes that aired in the United States on Discovery HD Theater, now renamed HD Theater. The series focuses on presenting the viewer with sunrises in various geographical locations throughout the world. It is also notable for its complete lack of human narration, concentrating instead on the natural sounds of each episodes' specific location. High-definition video images and Dolby 5.1 stereo surround sound are used to present each natural environment in a clear and detailed manner. The show is an example of the genre known as "Experiential TV", developed by series creator David Conover. The technique has been described by TV critic Tom Shales as "crazily uneventful and thoroughly wonderful."

Released Sept. 27, 2004 Episode 57 min 2+

Genres: Documentary

Keywords: imdb.waterfall, imdb.mammal, imdb.flowers, imdb.sunrise, imdb.wind, imdb.wild, imdb.weather + 14 more, imdb.tree, imdb.ruins, imdb.river, imdb.ocean, imdb.nature, imdb.insect, imdb.fish, imdb.earth, imdb.cloud, imdb.bird, mdblist.ext.2k-blu-ray, imdb.astronomical-object-in-title, imdb.two-word-title, imdb.grass

Watch Providers: Discovery +, Discovery+ Amazon Channel

Network: Discovery

Country: United States
Languages: English

IMDb

8.9

/162/

Trakt

/4/

TMDb

/2/

David Conover
Director

S0E51 - Greatest Hits East

Experience the best sunrises of the eastern United States, including Cadillac Mountain and the northern lakes of New England to the Everglades and the Gulf of Mexico. Sunrise, Nature's alarm clock for the land, the sea and the myriad of creatures who call our planet home. Accompany us on a tranquil high-definition journey into the landscape itself as we enjoy the sights and the ambient sounds associated with the first light of a new day dawning. This visually stunning release compiles breathtaking footage of some of the most distinct, impressive, and overall beautiful sunrises from all over the world, giving viewers a front row seat for gorgeous sunset views in Cadillac Mountain, New England, the Great Plains, the Everglades, and more.

Oct. 28, 2004, midnight

S0E52 - Greatest Hits West

Crossing the North American continent in a scant four hours, dawn settles on the Great Plains, the Rocky Mountains, and the coastal ranges and beaches of California before departing the western shore. We witness the geo-dramas of Yellowstone geysers, herds of horses and bison on the open range, the spectacular lighting of the Teton Range. Then in California, we see the massive sequoia, tule elk, a rainbow of wildflowers, the Yosemite Valley, and elephant seals on the beach. These are the great sunrise moments in nearly a dozen morning ecosystems of the west. Experience the best sunrises of the western United States, including the Great Plains, Rocky Mountains, and the beaches of California. Sunrise, Nature's alarm clock for the land, the sea and the myriad of creatures who call our planet home. Accompany us on a tranquil high-definition journey into the landscape itself as we enjoy the sights and the ambient sounds associated with the first light of a new day dawning.

Oct. 29, 2004, midnight

S0E1 - Secrets of the Sun

Scientists are interviewed as an examination of the sun and its impact on the Earth and its inhabitants.

Oct. 2, 2007, midnight

S0E2 - Christmas Lights

A holiday-themed show featuring the last hours of sunlight, instead of the first. Locations across the United States are highlighted, from New York to Alaska.

Dec. 25, 2007, midnight