This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of IMAX. All opinions are 100% mine.
If you and your family enjoy documentaries about nature, space, and science, then you’ll want to check out the IMAX documentaries that are now streaming exclusively on Hulu! I’ve been a fan of IMAX films for a long time, and I’m glad they are now available for younger generations to watch. To celebrate the release of IMAX documentaries to Hulu, such as Pandas and China: The Panda Adventure, I’m giving my readers the opportunity to win an Adopt-a-Panda Kit from World Wildlife Fund! But first, I’m not only listing which IMAX documentaries are available to stream on Hulu, but I’m also including a synopsis of each documentary.
Keep reading to find out which IMAX documentaries are available to stream this summer on Hulu!
IMAX Documentaries Streaming Exclusively on Hulu
- Pandas: An IMAX Original Film (2018)
Join narrator Kristen Bell in Pandas, a heartwarming story about the adventures of Qian Qian, a captive-born giant panda cub who’s destined for life in the wild. A cross-cultural collaboration brings American and Chinese scientists together for an adorable experience that will delight the entire family.
- China: The Panda Adventure (2001)
China: The Panda Adventure is the true story of Ruth Harkness, a fiercely independent woman who travels to the mysterious forests of China to follow in her late husband’s footsteps and achieve his dream of bringing the first live giant panda to America. Starring Maria Bello, the film features spectacular images of China and giant pandas and delivers a story of hope, courage and triumph of the human spirit.
- A Beautiful Planet (2016)
A Beautiful Planet is a breathtaking portrait of Earth from space. Made in cooperation with NASA, the film features stunning footage of our magnificent blue planet — and the effects humanity has had on it over time — captured by the astronauts aboard the International Space Station. Narrated by Jennifer Lawrence and directed by acclaimed filmmaker Toni Myers, A Beautiful Planet presents an awe-inspiring glimpse of Earth and a hopeful look into the future of humanity.
- Journey to the South Pacific (2013)
Narrated by Cate Blanchett, Journey to the South Pacificwill take audiences on a breathtaking adventure to the lush tropical islands of remote West Papua, where life flourishes above and below the sea. Home to more than 2,000 species of sea life, this exotic locale features the most diverse marine ecosystem on earth. Encounter whale sharks, sea turtles, manta rays and other iconic creatures of the sea.
- Space Station (2002)
Travel 220 miles above Earth at 17,500 mph to experience the greatest engineering feat since landing a man on the Moon. Space Station is the story of a unique partnership of 16 nations building a laboratory in outer space — a permanent facility for the study of the effects of long-duration exposure to zero gravity and the necessary first step towards the global co-operative effort needed if man is to someday set foot on Mars. Narrated by Tom Cruise.
- Survival Island (1995)
In the Southern Ocean, South Georgia is a majestic, barren and remote land. Yet in the spring and summer months, this small island plays host to some of the largest concentrations of animals anywhere on Earth. Survival Island is the story of the vast animal cities of penguins, albatrosses, fur seals and elephant seals and the order that lies beneath their seeming chaos. Written and narrated by Sir David Attenborough.
- Destiny in Space (1994)
Destiny in Space offers an exciting glimpse into the future of space exploration. Featuring images of the space shuttle in orbit around the Earth and thrilling flyovers of Mars and Venus, the film focuses on the dramatic partnership of humans and robots working in space. Witness rare views of the shuttle, in its entirety, orbiting 200 miles above Earth. Join the astronauts as they maintain the Spacelab and work outside the shuttle in the hazardous vacuum of space, performing a spectacularly successful servicing mission of the Hubble Space Telescope.
- Galapagos (1999)
Journey with marine biologist Dr. Carole Baldwin on an adventure to the famed Galapagos Islands. Galapagosdelves deep into the largely unknown waters surrounding the volcanic archipelago to explore the natural wonders of a realm that is truly a living natural science laboratory.
- T-Rex: Back to the Cretaceous (1998)
Follow a paleontologist’s daughter on a wondrous pre-historic adventure as she is magically transported back through 65 million years to the Cretaceous Period. As she encounters the 20-foot tall, 15-ton Tyrannosaurus Rex, discover how these incredibly majestic and fierce animals lived during a time that is almost impossible for us to imagine.
- Into the Deep (1994)
Into the Deep takes you on a spectacular exploration of the undersea world. The film captures unique marine life and magnificent underwater vistas. Dive under the sea to the kelp forests off the southern coast of California and discover a living, breathing kaleidoscope.
- Fires of Kuwait (1992)
Fires of Kuwait is an eloquent visual testimony to the remarkable resourcefulness and heroism of the men and women who extinguished and controlled over 600 burning and gushing oil wells sabotaged by retreating Iraqi troops in the aftermath of the Gulf War. Following teams as they attack and extinguish oil well fires using different techniques, the film takes you to the very center of blazing fields of oil fires, shoulder-to-shoulder with the firefighters. Nominated for an Academy Award® – Best Documentary, 1992.
- The Dream is Alive (1985)
You’re invited to a window seat on board the space shuttle and an inside look at the astronauts living in space. Shot by 14 NASA astronauts on three shuttle missions, The Dream Is Alive includes footage of launches and landings, satellite capture and repairs and space walks. Experience the sensation of weightlessness and the splendor of Earth from 250 miles up.
- Horses: The Story of Equus (2002)
Horses: The Story of Equus is the story of three horses born on the same day whose lives take very different paths. One becomes a racehorse where his overwhelming instinct to run is highly valued. The second is trained as a stunt horse where his capacity for learning and individual nature triumph. The third horse joins the herds in the wild. Undisturbed by human contact, this horse reverts to natural herd behavior, offering insight into a horse’s nature prior to domestication.
- The Secret of Life on Earth (1996)
Discover the interdependence between plants and animals and the key developments that made possible the web of life – since evolved and now endangered. Brilliant use of micro, macro and time-lapse photography delivers stunning close-ups of special relationships between plants and animals: barnacles feeding, microscopic plankton, tiny grasses flowering and pollinators at work.
Other IMAX Documentaries Available for Streaming on Hulu in 2020
- Superpower Dogs (2019)
Join an immersive adventure to experience the life-saving superpowers and extraordinary bravery of some of the world’s most remarkable dogs. As we discover the astonishing science behind their amazing abilities, we’ll never look at our best friends the same way again! Narrated by Chris Evans.
Giveaway – Enter to Win an Adopt-a-Panda Kit!
My son was excited to receive an Adopt-a-Panda Kit!
Please enter the rafflecopter below for a chance to win an Adopt a Panda Kit (valued at $55) from the World Wildlife Fund. The contest ends on August 1, 2020 at 12 am (Mountain Time), and I will notify the winner via email. The winner will need to respond to my email within 48 hours, otherwise another winner will be selected. You must be 18 years old and older in order to enter the giveaway and you must also reside in the USA. *Giveaway is now closed – Congratulations to Sharon B. for winning the Adopt-a-Panda Kit!
Sounds great.
My kids loved Pandas!
This is so neat .. Clark loves pandas🐼💙
Fun and educational, my favorite kind of gift!
I will watch any documentary that has pandas. They are my absolute favorite animal, after dogs of course. 😉
Our family would love to watch “Pandas: An IMAX Original Film” We love all documenteries that involves animals and nature! My youngest daughter loves pandas (It’s her favorite animal) and has even told me to call her “Lucy Panda) 🐼 This would be awesome!
We would love to watch both The Panda Adventure and the Superpower dogs equally. They both sound adorably entertaining while informational.
My Sister is a sea lion trainer at a zoo called wildlife world zoo!!
A Beautiful Planet