Best films to watch for Earth Month

We’ve compiled some great films and tv shows to watch in honor of Earth Day, April 22nd.

As Earth Month approaches, it’s a great time to reflect on our relationship with the planet and consider ways to become more environmentally conscious. One way to do this is by watching films that highlight environmental issues and inspire us to take action. Here are some of the films to watch during Earth Month:

An Inconvenient Truth (2006) 

A classic, this documentary, narrated by former U.S. Vice President Al Gore, explains the effects of climate change on our planet and how human activity is contributing to it. It’s a sobering reminder of the urgent need to address this global issue. 

Watch on Kanopy

A Plastic Ocean (2016)  

This film examines the impact of plastic pollution on marine life and the environment. It’s a wake-up call to the scale of the problem and the need for solutions to reduce plastic waste and protect our oceans.

Watch on Peacock

David Attenborough: A Life on Our Planet (2020) 

In this documentary, renowned naturalist Sir David Attenborough reflects on his lifetime of experiences with nature and the changes he has seen in the environment. It’s a poignant call to action to protect our planet and create a sustainable future.

Watch on Netflix 

My Octopus Teacher (2020)

This film tells the story of filmmaker Craig Foster and his relationship with an octopus he encountered while free-diving off the coast of South Africa. As Foster continues to interact with the octopus, he experiences a profound emotional and spiritual transformation. The film captures the intimate bond that develops between the two unlikely companions. The film has a powerful message about the relationship between humans and the environment.

Watch on Netflix

There’s Something In the Water (2019)

This Canadian documentary focuses on a community of activists fighting to protect the environment from pollutants in Nova Scotia. Through interviews with community members and experts, the film exposes the unequal distribution of environmental risks and the impacts on the health and well-being of marginalized communities. This powerful documentary sheds light on the intersection of environmental and social issues and the urgent need for environmental justice.

Watch on Amazon Prime

I am Greta (2020) 

This documentary follows the journey of Greta Thunberg, a Swedish teenage climate activist, as she speaks out against the global climate crisis and inspires a worldwide movement. We witness Thunberg’s journey from a lone student striking outside the Swedish Parliament to becoming the face of a global movement of youth activists demanding urgent action on climate change. The film serves as a call to action for people around the world to join the fight for a sustainable future.

Watch on Hulu

To watch with your children:

The Lorax (2012) 

A film based on Dr. Seuss’s classic children’s book of the same name. The movie tells the story of Ted, a young boy who lives in a city entirely made of plastic and metal. Ted’s neighbor Audrey dreams of seeing a real tree, and to fulfill her wish, Ted sets on a journey outside the city walls.

Watch on Netflix

Wall-E (2008)

 The movie takes place in a dystopian future where the Earth has become uninhabitable due to excessive pollution and waste. Wall-E follows the adventures of the last robot left on planet Earth that was given the task of cleaning up the planet.  The film delivers a strong message about the dangers of consumerism and the importance of taking care of the environment.

Watch on Disney+

Fern Gully: The Last Rainforest (1992)

 The movie takes place in the Australian rainforest and follows the adventures of a young fairy named Crysta. Crysta meets a human and learns about the destruction they are causing to the rainforest. The movie has strong themes about conservation and the impacts of human actions on the environment.

Watch on Youtube

Watching films can be a great way to learn more about environmental issues and inspire us to take action to protect our planet. So this Earth Month, why not gather some friends and family and enjoy a movie night?

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