Beneath New Zealand

Beneath New Zealand

A2016•43m

Documentary

New Zealand is a geologically young land, created and shaped by tectonic forces, volcanism and the elements. It is a living laboratory for scientists seeking to more accurately understand and predict volcanic eruptions and earthquakes.

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Production

WildBear Entertainment, Making Movies

Language

EN

Status

Returning Series

First Aired

March 7, 2016

Last Aired

June 23, 2019

Networks

Prime

Where to Watch

Region US · Lang EN

US

No providers available for this region.

Seasons & Episodes

Select a season to view episodes. Reddit links may contain spoilers.

Season

E1

Mountains and Caves

Air date: 2016-03-07

An exploration of Mount Cook helps explain how mountains are uplifted and eroded.

E2

Volcanoes

Air date: 2016-03-14

Volcanoes are evidence of the forces that have shaped diverse landscapes. The experts examine the creation, characteristics, and dangers behind the volcanic forces beneath New Zealand.

E3

Rocks and Quakes

Air date: 2016-03-21

New Zealand is a dynamic land, straddling the collision zone between two immense tectonic plates. Discover this natural laboratory where the effects of the earth's titanic forces can be observed.

Cast

Julian Thomson

Self - Presenter

Timothy Balme

Timothy Balme

Self - Narrator (voice)

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