First Peoples (2015)

Documentary · History

A five-part series that features the latest research exploring how early humans evolved. See how the mixing of prehistoric human genes led the way for our species to survive and thrive around the globe. Archaeology, genetics and anthropology cast new light on 200,000 years of history, detailing how early humans became dominant.

IMDb rating: 7.8 (184 votes)
Episode average: 7.9 +0.1 vs IMDb
Seasons: 1
Language: EN
Type: Mini-series

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Ratings refreshed Oct 3, 2026 · 1 season indexed

Cast

Kerry Shale Narrator

Seasons

Season 1 (2015)

7.92 avg 5 episodes 8.2 → 7.7 54 min avg

Season 1 episodes - IMDb ratings
#	Title	Rating	Votes
1	Africa	8.2	43
2	Asia	7.8	33
3	Australia	7.9	34
4	Europe	8.0	35
5	Americas	7.7	44