

Anthropocene: The Human Epoch
“A shift in consciousness is the beginning of change”
Documentary on psychedelic potash mines, expansive concrete seawalls, mammoth industrial machines, and other examples of humanity’s massive, destructive reengineering of the planet.
Where to watch Anthropocene: The Human Epoch in United States
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Where is Anthropocene: The Human Epoch streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Kino Film Collection, Kanopy | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| Canada | Hoopla, CBC Gem, Pluto TV | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| Germany | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads | Amazon Video |
| France | — | Google Play Movies, Orange VOD, YouTube |
About Anthropocene: The Human Epoch
Anthropocene: The Human Epoch is a 2018 English-language documentary film directed by Jennifer Baichwal and Nicholas de Pencier. It has a runtime of 1h 27m. Viewers rate it 6.9/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Kino Film Collection, Kanopy.
Anthropocene: The Human Epoch was produced by Anthropocene Films, Mercury Films, Inc., and Seville International and made in Canada. It was released on September 28, 2018.
- Director
- Jennifer Baichwal, Nicholas de Pencier
- Writers
- Jennifer Baichwal
- Release date
- September 28, 2018
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Released
- Country
- Canada
- Production
- Anthropocene Films, Mercury Films, Inc., Seville International
Anthropocene: The Human Epoch cast & crew
Anthropocene: The Human Epoch was directed by Jennifer Baichwal and Nicholas de Pencier and written by Jennifer Baichwal.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Norah Lorway, cinematography is by Nicholas de Pencier, and it was produced by Edward Burtynsky and Nicholas Metivier.
Is Anthropocene: The Human Epoch worth watching?
Anthropocene: The Human Epoch holds an audience score of 6.9/10 from 71 ratings, a solidly received documentary films.
At 1h 27m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy documentary, Anthropocene: The Human Epoch is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Anthropocene: The Human Epoch
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Cast of Anthropocene: The Human Epoch

Alicia Vikander
Narrator (voice)
Anthropocene: The Human Epoch — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Anthropocene: The Human Epoch in United States?
Anthropocene: The Human Epoch is streaming on Kino Film Collection, Kanopy in United States.
▸Is Anthropocene: The Human Epoch on Kino Film Collection?
Yes — Anthropocene: The Human Epoch is currently available on Kino Film Collection in United States.
▸What language is Anthropocene: The Human Epoch in?
Anthropocene: The Human Epoch is originally in English, with audio tracks including English, Cantonese, Mandarin, German. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Anthropocene: The Human Epoch?
Anthropocene: The Human Epoch runs 1 hours 27 minutes (87 minutes).
▸What is Anthropocene: The Human Epoch rated?
It holds a 6.9/10 audience score from 71 ratings.











