Series synopsis
Human Playground is a documentary television series that premiered on Netflix on September 30, 2022. It ended on September 30, 2022. It stars Idris Elba.
Narrated by Idris Elba, this docuseries explores the origins and evolution of play across the globe, from age-old rituals to billion-dollar businesses.
Premise
Narrated by Idris Elba, this docuseries explores the origins and evolution of play across the globe, from age-old rituals to billion-dollar businesses.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Idris Elba as Self - Host
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 6 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 6 | September 30, 2022 | September 30, 2022 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Breaking the Pain Barrier No pain, no gain: A marathon in the desert, bullfighting, a brutal bicycle race and ice swimming push people to the brink, mentally and physically. |
September 30, 2022 |
| 2 |
An Ancient Ritual From a ritual war game to a nomadic hunting tradition, tests of bravery, skill and strength are fueled by the needs for food, survival and glory. |
September 30, 2022 |
| 3 |
Rites of Passage Young men in Madagascar grapple with a zebu to enter adulthood as boys elsewhere try to master Kung Fu, sumo wrestling and reindeer racing. |
September 30, 2022 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | Netflix |
|---|---|
| First aired | September 30, 2022 |
| Last aired | September 30, 2022 |
| Runtime | 41 minutes |
| Status | ended |