Series synopsis
Galapagos is a British documentary television series that premiered on BBC One on September 29, 2006. It ended on October 13, 2006. It stars Tilda Swinton.
The history of these beautiful Islands from their creation as uprising lava to their being studied by Darwin to their modern day inhabitants.
Premise
The history of these beautiful Islands from their creation as uprising lava to their being studied by Darwin to their modern day inhabitants.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Tilda Swinton as Self - Presenter
Guest cast
- Tom Hiddleston as Charles Darwin (voice)
- Richard Wollocombe as Charles Darwin
- Stacy Keach as Bishop of Panama (voice)
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 3 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 3 | September 29, 2006 | October 13, 2006 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Born of Fire Many of the Galapagos' volcanoes that brought about its existence remain active, and there's amazing footage of an eruption of the Sierra Negra. Marine iguanas leap off lava cliffs into billowing surf; giant tortoises are groomed by Darwin's finches; and the waved alabatross shows off with a magical courship display. |
September 29, 2006 |
| 2 |
Islands that Changed the World Natural history series exploring the Galapagos Islands, which lie 1,000 kilometres off the coast of South America. From flightless cormorants hunting underwater to giant tortoises courting on the rim of an active volcano, a look at the hidden side of Galapagos, revealing why it is such a fascinating showcase for evolution. |
October 6, 2006 |
| 3 |
Forces of Change Natural-history series exploring the Galapagos Islands, where the forces of nature can be brutal. It's a land of fire, astride the equator, and at the mercy of the elements. This concluding episode reveals how, through time and isolation, animals and plants have evolved the most surprising ways to cope with the profound geological and climatic forces. In the new millennium, with a growing interest in this delicate microcosm of our planet, come ever-increasing challenges. |
October 13, 2006 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | BBC One |
|---|---|
| First aired | September 29, 2006 |
| Last aired | October 13, 2006 |
| Runtime | 50 minutes |
| Status | Ended |