Island of Giants
Inspired by a remarkable discovery in Portugal, this is the story of Lusotitan, a colossal, long-necked dinosaur — one of the largest ever to walk the Earth — 150 million years ago, as it embarks on a quest for love.
Episodes
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Island of Giants
S2025 E6 - 53m 39s
Inspired by a remarkable discovery in Portugal, this is the story of Lusotitan, a colossal, long-necked dinosaur — one of the largest ever to walk the Earth — 150 million years ago, as it embarks on a quest for love.
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The Journey North
S2025 E5 - 54m
Travel back in time to the dangerous journey of the Pachyrhinosaurus, where their survival is at stake. During their annual migration hundreds of miles north, they face deadly predators and a storm that threatens their survival.
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The Pack
S2025 E4 - 54m 3s
71 million years ago, a young Albertosaurus, a relative of T. Rex, must prove herself in a deadly hunting pack or face starvation. Today, paleontologists in Canada uncover her remains, using their evidence to reveal her battle for survival.
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Band of Brothers
S2025 E3 - 54m 8s
Follow a gang of armored dinosaurs battle to reach adulthood, pursued by a group of Utahraptors, one of the most formidable predators that’s ever lived.
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The River Dragon
S2025 E2 - 54m 8s
A Spinosaurus — the world’s largest ever predatory dinosaur — struggles to bring up his babies and lead his young family across one of the deadliest environments in Earth’s history.
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The Orphan
S2025 E1 - 54m 1s
An orphaned baby Triceratops must outwit a deadly T. Rex. Today, paleontologists are uncovering her remains and use stunning VFX to bring her story vividly to life.
Extras + Features
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An Injured Lusotitan vs Torvosaurus
S2025 E6 - 2m 58s
An injured Lusotitan lies on the beach, vulnerable to attack. Despite being unable to stand, their sheer size may be able to fend off initial attacks, but every moment without food or water makes Lusotitan more vulnerable. The Torvosaurus sense weakness and wait for the right moment to strike.
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Episode 6 Preview
S2025 E6 - 30s
Inspired by a remarkable discovery in Portugal, this is the story of Lusotitan, a colossal, long-necked dinosaur — one of the largest ever to walk the Earth — 150 million years ago, as it embarks on a quest for love.
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Incredible Lusotitan Mating Ritual
S2025 E6 - 3m 2s
In the prehistoric world first impressions matter. Sometimes a few moves can make all the difference. An attempt to initiate a courtship dance sees a male Lusotitan put his best foot forward. The discerning eye of a potential mate adds to the pressure, but could this Lusotitan have any more tricks up their sleeve to impress?
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Brutal Pachyrhinosaurus Battle
S2025 E5 - 3m 7s
Forming one of the greatest spectacles in the prehistoric world, Pachyrhinosaurus gather into a mega herd for their migration north. Amongst the thousands, some rivalries can only be settled through combat. In the high-stakes breeding season battles, every clash shapes the next generation. When a young Pachyrhinosaurus faces a veteran rival, only one will earn the right to pass on their legacy.
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Baby Pachyrhinosaurus Struggles to Survive in the Wilderness
S2025 E5 - 2m 39s
An epic migration in search of food is a challenge for any dinosaur. For baby Pachyrhinosaurus, the 400-mile journey is filled with predators and challenges. Staying close to the herd is the only chance of making it through the wilderness alive. With danger circling, even the first steps of the journey become fraught with danger.
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Episode 5 Preview
S2025 E5 - 30s
Travel back in time to the dangerous journey of the Pachyrhinosaurus, where their survival is at stake. During their annual migration hundreds of miles north, they face deadly predators and a storm that threatens their survival.
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Albertosaurus Outsmarts Prey to Win Respect
S2025 E4 - 2m 19s
Smaller Albertosaurus were faster than the heavier, stronger members of the group. Can the pack make the most of this range of skills when hunting an animal much larger than themselves. By driving an Edmontosaurus into a trap, Rose the Albertosaurus has helped the group stave of hunger, and earned the respect of the group.
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Episode 4 Preview
S2025 E4 - 30s
A young Albertosaurus, a relative of T. Rex, must prove herself in a deadly hunting pack or face starvation 71 million years ago. Today, paleontologists in Canada uncover her remains, using their evidence to reveal her battle for survival.
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Albertosaurus Matriarch Asserts Dominance
S2025 E4 - 2m 22s
For a group of carnivores, tensions flare when they haven’t eaten for over a week. Surviving in the cave full of Albertosaurus can be a lot easier if you have a partner. Despite their scary appearance, could these deadly predators also be capable of affection?
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Episode 3 Preview
S2025 E3 - 30s
Follow a gang of armored dinosaurs that battle to reach adulthood, pursued by a group of Utahraptors, one of the most formidable predators that’s ever lived.
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Utahraptor vs Gastonia
S2025 E3 - 2m 37s
As Gastonia grow older, their armor develops. When they leave the shelter of the forest to reach mineral rich clays, they attract the attention of a group of predators. Can the Utahraptors work as a team to outfox the Gastonia and their deadly armor?
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Utahraptors Hunting in the Forest
S2025 E3 - 3m 14s
The ferocious Utahraptor is finely tuned for hunting prey. Their sharp raptor claws, speed and ability to work as a group are a terrifying and lethal combination, which could prove fatal for young Gastonia. The only way for prey to survive is by staying completely still and remaining undetected – not easy when your tail is covered in armor.
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