David Attenborough
Director
Fabulous Animals (1975)
Season 1
Travelers' stories have long fueled beliefs in the existence of dragons, giants, sea monsters, mermaids, and magical unicorns in distant corners of the world. David Attenborough investigates these legends to uncover the truth.
Released Nov. 14, 1975
Episode 20 min
None+
Genres: Documentary
Keywords: tmdb.cryptozoology, tmdb.former-lost-media, mdblist.imdb-tv-mini-series, imdb.tv-mini-series
Production Companies: BBC One
Network: BBC One
Country: United Kingdom
Languages:
English
S1E1 - Here Be Monsters
Throughout history, people held firm beliefs that monsters and peculiar creatures truly inhabited far-flung corners of the world. David Attenborough inquires into the reasons behind these enduring convictions.
Nov. 14, 1975, midnight
S1E2 - Marvels of the Deep
Do sea-serpents exist? What made people believe in mermaids; and what about that most mysterious monster said to live in the deep waters of Loch Ness ?
Nov. 21, 1975, midnight
S1E3 - Dragons and Serpents
David Attenborough explores ancient tales about headless serpents and enchanted dragon's teeth
Nov. 28, 1975, midnight
S1E4 - Winged Creatures
David Attenborough shares intriguing tales about winged creatures, both real and imaginary. Among them are the unfortunate Dodo, the enigmatic Vampire bat, the legendary Roc bird, and the ancient myth of the magnificent Phoenix.
Dec. 5, 1975, midnight
S1E5 - Horns of Magic
David Attenborough delves into ancient legends involving creatures with 'magic horns,' including deer antlers, cattle horns, and the mystical single spiraled horn of the unicorn.
Dec. 12, 1975, midnight
S1E6 - Man or Beast
In ancient Eastern folklore, stories were told of the wild man of the woods, the little forest dwellers, and the black giants of the jungle. Even now, the existence of elusive beings like the Yeti continues to captivate and evoke fear.
Dec. 19, 1975, midnight
Network: BBC One
Episode Runtime: 20 min.
Season Runtime: 20 min.
Released: Nov. 14, 1975
Last Air Date: Dec. 19, 1975, midnight
Status: Ended
Certification: NR
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