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Lions of the Skeleton Coast

Lions of the Skeleton Coast

Apr 20, 2025 · 54m

Rated 7.5 out of 10

Director

Lianne Steenkamp, Will Steenkamp

Overview

In this captivating tale, lion researcher Dr. Philip Stander follows three orphaned desert lion cubs as they navigate the harsh realities of survival in one of the world’s most unforgiving places, Namibia’s brutal Skeleton Coast. Stander’s passion for these majestic creatures began 40 years ago, when he encountered a lone desert lioness on the Coast shores. But the desert lions soon disappeared from the region, and more than a decade later, he discovers a female cub called Queen”whose life unlocks the survival secrets of desert lions. One day tragedy strikes the Queen’s three granddaughters, who become unexpectedly orphaned, and they embark on a harrowing journey through the empty desert facing starvation. Stander documents their every move, revealing the unique and complex relationship between land and marine predators.

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Cast of Lions of the Skeleton Coast

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What is Lions of the Skeleton Coast about?

In this captivating tale, lion researcher Dr. Philip Stander follows three orphaned desert lion cubs as they navigate the harsh realities of survival in one of the world’s most unforgiving places, Namibia’s brutal Skeleton Coast. Stander’s passion for these majestic creatures began 40 years ago, when he encountered a lone desert lioness on the Coast shores. But the desert lions soon disappeared…

When was Lions of the Skeleton Coast released?

Lions of the Skeleton Coast was released on April 20, 2025.

Where can I watch Lions of the Skeleton Coast?

Lions of the Skeleton Coast is streaming on PBS Documentaries Amazon Channel in the US. It is also available to rent or buy on Amazon Video. Availability data from JustWatch.

How long is Lions of the Skeleton Coast?

Lions of the Skeleton Coast runs 54 minutes.

Who directed Lions of the Skeleton Coast?

Lions of the Skeleton Coast was directed by Lianne Steenkamp and Will Steenkamp.

Who is in the cast of Lions of the Skeleton Coast?

The cast of Lions of the Skeleton Coast includes Noma Dumezweni (Self - Narrator).

Is Lions of the Skeleton Coast on Netflix?

No, Lions of the Skeleton Coast is not on Netflix in the US. It is streaming on PBS Documentaries Amazon Channel instead.

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