

Rise of the Continents (2013)
Overview
The Earth’s continents are instantly recognizable. These iconic landmasses seem permanent and unchanging, yet they are merely the wreckage of a much larger long-lost supercontinent – Pangaea. In this stunning four part series Professor Iain Stewart uncovers the evidence for this ancient past. He reveals how the world around us is full of clues – in the rocks, the landscapes and even the animals. All of which tell us how the land we live on was created.
Where to watch Rise of the Continents
| Country | Stream | Rent | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | — | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, Fandango At Home |
| Canada | — | — | Apple TV |
| Australia | — | — | Apple TV |
| Germany | — | — | Apple TV |
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What is Rise of the Continents about?
The Earth’s continents are instantly recognizable. These iconic landmasses seem permanent and unchanging, yet they are merely the wreckage of a much larger long-lost supercontinent – Pangaea. In this stunning four part series Professor Iain Stewart uncovers the evidence for this ancient past. He reveals how the world around us is full of clues – in the rocks, the landscapes and even the animals. All of which tell us how the land we live on was created. Rise of the Continents is a Documentary series, first aired on 2013-06-09, 1 season and 4 episodes.
Is Rise of the Continents worth watching?
TMDB users rate Rise of the Continents 7.8 out of 10 from 12 ratings. It is widely liked by viewers.
Where can I watch Rise of the Continents?
In the United States, Rise of the Continents can be bought from Amazon Video and Apple TV. The table on this page lists 3 more countries. Movie World also lists online streaming sources and links to external sources on this page.
Cast
- Iain Stewart as Self - Presenter
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Sources
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