Watership Down (2018)
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Status:
Ended -
Season 1:
Ended on December 23, 2018 -
Watched: 0%
0 of 4 Episodes
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Season: 1
| # | Air Date | Episode Name | Watched? |
|---|---|---|---|
| E1 | Dec 22, 2018 | ||
| E2 | Dec 22, 2018 | ||
| E3 | Dec 23, 2018 | ||
| E4 | Dec 23, 2018 |
Production Note - Limited Series
Production Type:
Animated MiniseriesWatership Down is a standalone Animated Miniseries that concluded its 4-episode run in December 2018. This high-prestige co-production between the BBC and Netflix offers a definitive adaptation of Richard Adams’ classic 1972 novel. Featuring a star-studded voice cast including James McAvoy and John Boyega, the series utilizes sophisticated CGI to bring the harrowing journey of Hazel and Fiver to life. By adhering strictly to the source material's narrative arc, the production maintains a sense of finality that honors the original literary masterpiece. The series achieved critical recognition, notably winning a Daytime Emmy Award for its technical and storytelling prowess. As a complete story, it remains a singular, high-value television event that requires no further continuation to achieve its thematic goals.
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Why Watch:
"Discover how the 2018 BBC adaptation of Watership Down balanced modern CGI with the dark, political themes of Richard Adams' classic novel."Series Analysis:
The 2018 adaptation of Watership Down arrived with the heavy burden of following a haunting cinematic predecessor. While the CGI aesthetic sparked debate, the miniseries carved its own space by emphasizing the political undercurrents and spiritual mythology of Richard Adams’ prose. By assembling a powerhouse voice cast, the production elevated the story of Hazel and Fiver into a sophisticated exploration of leadership. Its legacy lies in its refusal to shy away from the grim realities of the natural world, even as it sought a wider family audience. Today, it stands as a significant entry in the history of high-budget literary animation. Set a reminder on your calendar just in case news of future revivals or spin-offs involving this lapine lore ever breaks.Tone: Scholarly, analytical, and reflective Last Updated: March 2026
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Network:
BBC One -
Seasons:
1 -
Years:
2018 - 2018 -
Genre:
Mini-Series, Fantasy, Family, Drama, Animation, Adventure, Action -
Rating:
TV-PG