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Human Playground

2022

Seasons & Episodes

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EP1 Breaking the Pain Barrier Sep 30, 2022

No pain, no gain: A marathon in the desert, bullfighting, a brutal bicycle race and ice swimming push people to the brink, mentally and physically.

EP2 An Ancient Ritual Sep 30, 2022

From a ritual war game to a nomadic hunting tradition, tests of bravery, skill and strength are fueled by the needs for food, survival and glory.

EP3 Rites of Passage Sep 30, 2022

Young men in Madagascar grapple with a zebu to enter adulthood as boys elsewhere try to master Kung Fu, sumo wrestling and reindeer racing.

EP4 In Pursuit of Perfection Sep 30, 2022

A surfer sets out to ride a massive wave. A diver attempts a deadly plunge. A female racer in Palestine and a wheelchair bodybuilder create spectacles.

EP5 God's Playground Sep 30, 2022

From mountaineering in the face of death to a game for a fruitful harvest, sports are spiritual experiences for those seeking signs from a higher power.

EP6 Big Business Sep 30, 2022

A popular combat sport in Senegal provides a payday for many, while technology gives rise to games that rake in millions for players and gamblers alike.
6.9| 0h30m| TV-MA| en
Synopsis

Narrated by Idris Elba, this docuseries explores the origins and evolution of play across the globe, from age-old rituals to billion-dollar businesses.

Cast

Idris Elba

Director

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Totem Media

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Reviews

MamaGravity good back-story, and good acting
Holstra Boring, long, and too preachy.
Dotbankey A lot of fun.
DipitySkillful an ambitious but ultimately ineffective debut endeavor.

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