This World Oceans Day, the voice that has inspired generations to care for the natural world returns with one of his most urgent and visually spectacular documentaries yet. National Geographic and celebrated broadcaster Sir David Attenborough have come together for the first time in a groundbreaking feature-length special, ‘Ocean with David Attenborough’, set to premiere on Sunday, June 8 at 7 pm on National Geographic and stream the same day on JioHotstar.

In what is being described as a powerful cinematic journey, the 99-year-old naturalist draws from over 70 years of exploration, offering both a warning and a way forward. The documentary brings to the forefront the story of how humans can still save Earth’s oceans — before it’s too late. This marks a historic collaboration between Attenborough and National Geographic, combining unmatched storytelling with scientific insight to spark a global conversation.

‘Ocean with David Attenborough’ takes viewers deep into the planet’s most diverse marine habitats — from the vibrant chaos of giant kelp forests, the kaleidoscopic brilliance of coral reefs, to the isolated majesty of deep-sea seamounts. These undersea worlds are not only awe-inspiring but also crucial to the planet’s survival, serving as climate regulators, food sources, and biodiversity hotspots.

Yet, these ecosystems face mounting threats. Through breathtaking visuals and deeply personal narration, Attenborough investigates the growing perils of industrial fishing, habitat destruction, and climate change, while offering evidence-based hope and urgent calls for global marine protection and restoration.

Known for his deeply resonant documentaries like ‘Planet Earth’, ‘Blue Planet’, and ‘A Life on Our Planet’, Attenborough’s latest project is already being hailed as his most impassioned message to date — one that calls not only for admiration of the ocean’s beauty but for action to secure its future.

Viewers can tune into Ocean with David Attenborough on National Geographic on June 8 at 7 pm IST and watch it on-demand the same day on JioHotstar, as part of a global observance to raise awareness about the importance of healthy oceans.