#1
S1E5
The Big Freeze
A winter season of complete darkness envelops the island of ice.
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#2
S1E2
The Ice Retreats
Spring begins in the sub-Antarctic islands.
#3
S1E1
The Bountiful Sea
This initial foray into Antarctica introduces viewers to the area and how ice governs all forms of life there.
#4
The Race to Breed
S1E3
#5
The Door Closes
S1E4
#6
Footsteps in the Snow
S1E6
Lowlights
Attenborough traces the early exploration of Antarctica, as well as the making of the series.
#5
The Door Closes
S1E4
#4
The Race to Breed
S1E3
#3
The Bountiful Sea
S1E1
#2
The Ice Retreats
S1E2
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