Big Cat Diary (1996-2008) - Where to Watch & Stream Online

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We've listed a number of streaming and cable services – including rental, purchase, and subscription options – along with the availability of "Big Cat Diary" on each platform. Now, before we get into the fundamentals of how you can watch "Big Cat Diary" right now, here are some details about the BBC One show.

Originally premiering September 6th, 2025, "Big Cat Diary" stars . The series runs 5 season(s), and has a score of 90 (out of 100) on TMDB, which collated reviews from 3 respected people.

Curious to know what the TV series is about? Here’s the plot: "Big Cat Diary, also known as Big Cat Week or Big Cat Live, is a long-running nature documentary series on BBC television which follows the lives of African big cats in Kenya's Maasai Mara. The first series, broadcast on BBC One in 1996, was developed and jointly produced by Keith Scholey, who would go on to become Head of the BBC's Natural History Unit. Eight further series have followed, most recently Big Cat Live, a live broadcast from the Mara in 2008. The original presenters, Jonathan Scott and Simon King, were joined by Saba Douglas-Hamilton from 2002 onwards. Kate Silverton and Jackson Looseyia were added to the presenting team for Big Cat Live."

"Big Cat Diary" is currently available to stream via subscription, rental, or purchase on Apple TV, Google Play Movies, Prime Video, and Fandango At Home .