Series synopsis
Octopus! is an American documentary television series that premiered on Prime Video on May 8, 2025. It ended on May 8, 2025. It was created by Niharika Desai. It stars Phoebe Waller-Bridge and Tracy Morgan.
This is a documentary about being murdered by your lover, getting lost in Mexico, finding a unicorn, a competitive quilter, Tracy Morgan, and exploring our connection with a possible alien. In other words, it's a documentary about the octopus. Narrated by Phoebe Waller-Bridge.
Premise
This is a documentary about being murdered by your lover, getting lost in Mexico, finding a unicorn, a competitive quilter, Tracy Morgan, and exploring our connection with a possible alien. In other words, it's a documentary about the octopus. Narrated by Phoebe Waller-Bridge.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Phoebe Waller-Bridge as Narrator (voice)
- Tracy Morgan as Self
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 2 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 2 | May 8, 2025 | May 8, 2025 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Part 1 Let's look at the octopus through the eyes of the people who love them, as well as those who think they're ugly. And along the way, we'll follow the life of a Giant Pacific Octopus we've named "Doris" as she survives in the dark, dangerous ocean. |
May 8, 2025 |
| 2 |
Part 2 Our journey with Doris and the humans who are obsessed with her continues, as we add more people to our story. Ultimately, we hope you not only learn more about octopuses, but ponder on ideas of empathy, connection, our planet, and the profound experience of being alive in a world of wonder. |
May 8, 2025 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | Prime Video |
|---|---|
| First aired | May 8, 2025 |
| Last aired | May 8, 2025 |
| Runtime | 40 minutes |
| Status | ended |