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Misfortune

Episode 4 of 6

The long-awaited arrival of the great migration increases conflict between the families of the Serengeti.

In this episode, the long-awaited arrival of the great migration brings opportunities and food in abundance, but it also increases conflict as every one of the Serengeti’s families is put to the test.

Tragedy strikes for lioness Kali, who is forced to make one of the most difficult decisions of her life. Can she return to the pride that once forced her out? Whatever she decides, it will put her cubs in danger.

Shani, the zebra mother, has no choice but to cross the river, but the crocodile is waiting and the currents are treacherous. Will her foal survive?

Bakari is finally forced to challenge the jealous leader of the baboon troop, but the violence of their confrontation leaves Bakari facing a devastating decision that will change his destiny.

The wild dog family, led by male Jasari, is also facing a battle when Zalika and her clan of hyenas declare war on the young family, hoping to force them out of their territory. A long running feud begins.

When teenage elephant Tembo behaves badly and falls out with another herd, his mother Nalla has to decide his future. How will both Nalla and Tembo handle the difficult decisions they are forced to make?

Storyteller John Boyega
Created & Produced by Simon Fuller
Directed & Produced by John Downer

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Role Contributor
Narrator John Boyega
Photographer Richard Jones
Photographer Michael W Richards
Photographer Warren Samuels
Photographer Matthew Goodman
Editor Stuart Napier
Editor Imogen Pollard
Music Will Gregory
Executive Producer John Downer
Executive Producer Simon Fuller
Production Company John Downer Productions Ltd
Production Company XIX Entertainment

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How we made Serengeti

How we made Serengeti

The process of bringing the dramatised Natural History series to the screen.