Saturday 3 January, 2:20pm - 3:20pmon BBC Two

Earth

Name: 2:20pm - Series 1 Episode 1
Start: 2026-01-03T14:20:00Z
End: 2026-01-03T15:20:00Z
Location: BBC Two HD

Series 1 Episode 1: Inferno

Chris Packham explores one of the darkest periods in Earth's history: the worst mass extinction ever seen. This extraordinary moment took life to the brink, wreaking havoc and destruction on an unprecedented scale. But, somehow, life bounced back.

Category: Documentary / Science
Original air date: 17/07/2023

Cast and crew

Tom HewitsonDirector
Chris PackhamHost

Upcoming broadcasts

Saturday 3 January, 2:20pmon BBC Two HD
Series 1 Episode 1