• Run Time
    60
  • Episodes
    2
  • Broadcaster
    Sky One

Cats are the most successful family of predators on Earth. This is the story of their epic rise to power. In this series biologist Patrick Aryee ventures around the world to some of the planet’s wildest places, to explore the cat’s rich and diverse family tree.

From the majestic Siberian Tiger, to the agile, tree-dwelling Ocelot, cats come in a rich variety of shapes, colours and sizes. Today, there are 37 different species that rule the jungles, mountains, deserts and grasslands. They can jump higher, run faster and climb better than any other group of animals on Earth.

Prepare to meet an amazing animal family – THE CATS.

"This is an epic journey in which we reveal amazing stories of how each of these cat dynasties came to be. It’s a story of mass migrations, lost lands, marooned beasts and incredible animal characters…"
Alex Williamson
Executive Producer

Awards

BAFTA
2016
Nomination
Best Cinematography
RTS
2017
Winner
Best VFX
RTS West
2017
Nomination
Best Natural History
RTS West
2017
Nomination
Best Sound

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