Movies like The Meerkats: 20 to watch next
If you loved The Meerkats (2008) — a documentary and family film directed by James Honeyborne — these 20 movies are the closest matches.
The first picks are what fans of The Meerkats most often go on to watch; the rest share its genres and themes like meerkat, kalahari and nature documentary. 9 of them are streaming in India right now — each entry shows where.
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Elephant 2020★ 7.7
Shares: Documentary, Family
Disneynature’s Elephant follows African elephant Shani and her spirited son Jomo as their herd make an epic journey hundreds of miles across the vast Kalahari Desert. Led by their great matriarch, Gaia, the family faces brutal heat, dwindling resources and persistent predators, as they follow in their ancestors’ footsteps on a quest to reach a lush, green paradise.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Surviving Paradise: A Family Tale 2022★ 7.0
Shares: Documentary
In this wildlife drama, a worsening dry season in the Kalahari Desert leaves prides, packs and herds to rely on the power of family to survive.
Stream in India on Netflix
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The Elephant Queen 2019★ 7.3
Shares: Documentary, Family
Embark on an epic journey of family, courage, and coming home in this feature-length documentary. Join Athena, the majestic matriarch, as she leads her elephant herd across an unforgiving African landscape filled with vibrant wildlife.
Stream in India on Apple TV, Apple TV Amazon Channel
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African Cats 2011★ 7.4
Shares: Documentary
African Cats captures the real-life love, humor and determination of the majestic kings of the savanna. The story features Mara, an endearing lion cub who strives to grow up with her mother’s strength, spirit and wisdom; Sita, a fearless cheetah and single mother of five mischievous newborns; and Fang, a proud leader of the pride who must defend his family from a once banished lion.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Living with Leopards 2024★ 7.6
Shares: Documentary
A film crew follows two leopard cubs as they make the fascinating journey from infancy into adulthood in this up-close-and-personal nature documentary.
Stream in India on Netflix
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Dolphin Reef 2018★ 6.8
Shares: Documentary, Family
Echo is a youngster who can't quite decide if it's time to grow up and take on new responsibilities-or give in to her silly side and just have fun. Dolphin society is tricky, and the coral reef that Echo and his family call home depends on all of its inhabitants to keep it healthy. But Echo has a tough time resisting the many adventures the ocean has to offer.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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The Crimson Wing: Mystery of the Flamingos 2008★ 7.3
Shares: Documentary
In the remote and forgotten wilderness of Lake Natron, in northern Tanzania, one of nature's last great mysteries unfolds: the birth, life and death of a million crimson-winged flamingos.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Earth 2007★ 7.7
Shares: Documentary
An epic story of adventure, starring some of the most magnificent and courageous creatures alive, awaits you in EARTH. Disneynature brings you a remarkable story of three animal families on a journey across our planet – polar bears, elephants and humpback whales.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Inside the Mind of a Dog 2024★ 7.1
Shares: Documentary
Embark on a delightful journey into the world of dogs in this documentary that reveals scientific and emotional insights about our lovable BFFs.
Stream in India on Netflix
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Born to Be Wild 2011★ 7.0
Shares: Documentary
Born to Be Wild observes various orphaned jungle animals and their day-to-day behavioural interactions with the individuals who rescue them and raise them to adulthood. The film unfurls in two separate geographic spheres. Half of it takes place in the rain forests of Borneo, where celebrated primatologist Dr. Birute Galdikas assists baby orangutans; the other half takes place on the arid savannahs of Kenya, where zoologist Dame Daphne Sheldrick works with baby elephant calves.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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A Gorilla Story: Told by David Attenborough 2026★ 8.0
Shares: Documentary
Veteran naturalist Sir David Attenborough tells the story of a remarkable group of gorillas, from his first encounter in the '70s to the present day.
Stream in India on Netflix
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Inside the Mind of a Cat 2022★ 7.2
Shares: Documentary
Cat experts dive into the mind of the feline to reveal the true capabilities of the pouncing pet in this captivating and cuddly documentary.
Stream in India on Netflix
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Naqoyqatsi 2002★ 6.2
Shares: Documentary
A visual montage portrait of our contemporary world dominated by globalized technology and violence.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Katy Perry: Part of Me 2012★ 7.1
Shares: Documentary
Giving fans unprecedented access to the real life of the music sensation, Katy Perry: Part of Me exposes the hard work, dedication and phenomenal talent of a girl who remained true to herself and her vision in order to achieve her dreams. Featuring rare behind-the-scenes interviews, personal moments between Katy and her friends, and all-access footage of rehearsals, choreography, Katy’s signature style and more, Katy Perry: Part of Me reveals the singer’s unwavering belief that if you can be yourself, then you can be anything.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Puff: Wonders of the Reef 2021★ 7.7
Shares: Documentary
A baby pufferfish travels through a wondrous microworld full of fantastical creatures as he searches for a home on the Great Barrier Reef.
Stream in India on Netflix
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Heart of a Dog 2015★ 6.5
Shares: Documentary
Musician and performance artist Laurie Anderson reflects on the deaths of her husband Lou Reed, her mother and her beloved dog.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Powaqqatsi 1988★ 7.2
Shares: Documentary
An exploration of technologically developing nations and the effect the transition to Western-style modernization has had on them.
Stream in India on MGM Plus Amazon Channel
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Chimpanzee 2012★ 7.0
Shares: Documentary
A nature documentary centered on a family of chimps living in the Ivory Coast and Ugandan rain forests. Through Oscar, a little chimpanzee, we discover learning about life in the heart of the African tropical forest and follow his first steps in this world with humor, emotion and anguish. Following a tragedy, he finds himself separated from his mother and left alone to face the hostility of the jungle. Until he is picked up by an older chimpanzee, who will take him under her protection.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now
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Who Are You, Charlie Brown? 2021★ 6.9
Shares: Documentary
Lupita Nyong'o narrates a documentary about Peanuts and its creator, Charles M. Schulz. Famous fans—including Drew Barrymore, Kevin Smith, and Al Roker—share its influence on them, and a new animated story finds Charlie Brown on a quest.
Stream in India on Apple TV, Apple TV Amazon Channel
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One Life 2011★ 7.5
Shares: Documentary, Family
One Life captures unprecedented and beautiful sequences of animal behaviour guaranteed to bring you closer to nature than ever before, as well as a second disc packed full of never before seen extras including an exclusive making of featurette narrated by Daniel Craig.
Not on subscription streaming in India right now