Mountain Gorilla

1h

Documentary

The story of the world's last mountain gorillas, protected by a dedicated band of humans who watch and care for them. Narrated by Patrick Stewart.

Episodes

Cast

Kingdom in the Clouds

1. Kingdom in the Clouds

1h

22nd Aug 2010

The largest gorilla family in the world is starting the perilous journey down to feed on the fresh shoots of bamboo. They run the risk of being caught in illegal snares and Cantsbee, the dominant silverback, will have his work cut out keeping them all safe, especially those closest to him.

Last Stand of the Silverback King

2. Last Stand of the Silverback King

1h

29th Aug 2010

Titus the gorilla king faces the biggest challenge of his life. He's lived longer and sired more offspring than any other known gorilla, but his time as a great leader may be coming to an end. The mighty silverback has a little orphan in his care - and both their lives hang in the balance.

Safe in Our Hands

3. Safe in Our Hands

1h

5th Sep 2010

This edition follows the plight of some of the youngest and most vulnerable of the mountain gorilla population. Includes the two young orphans whose mothers were callously murdered in execution-style killings, the young female battling with new emotions, and the new gorilla king struggling to keep hold of the group he fought so hard to win.

First air date

22nd Aug 2010

Last air date

5th Sep 2010

Status

Ended

Type

Miniseries

Original language

en

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