Prehistoric Planet: Dinosaurs, an immersive giant-screen experience co-produced by Apple TV+, BBC Studios Natural History Unit, and Lightroom, makes its Asian debut in Shanghai after runs in London and Paris.

Visitors are invited to journey back 66 million years to the Cretaceous period, when colossal creatures roamed the Earth and landscapes were in constant upheaval.

What to expect

Life-sized creatures on a 360-degree screen

Divided into six chapters, the exhibition showcases the epic saga of dinosaur life on a giant 360-degree screen. From long-necked giants as tall as a four-story building to Tyrannosaurus rex and soaring pterosaurs, the creatures are presented at actual scale, allowing visitors to experience the sheer size of these ancient giants up close.

Over 30 prehistoric species

The exhibition features more than 30 prehistoric species, from tiny ammonites and early mammals to the top predators of land, sea, and sky. Visitors can witness iconic scenes, including a T. rex hunt, giant dinosaurs roaming the wilderness, and marine reptiles breaching the surface.

Seamless transitions across diverse landscapes

The immersive experience moves from scorching deserts to the skies, deep oceans, and dense rainforests. Lighting, water and volcanic effects bring each environment to life, making visitors feel as though they have traveled back in time.

A world-class production team

Adapted from the acclaimed Apple TV+ documentary series Prehistoric Planet, the experience brings the series' cinematic storytelling into an immersive exhibition setting.

The original documentary series was executive-produced by Hollywood filmmaker Jon Favreau, narrated by David Attenborough, and scored by Hans Zimmer. Mike Gunton, creative director of BBC Studios Natural History Unit, co-curated the exhibition.

Paleontology meets art

The exhibition depicts prehistoric ecosystems based on the latest paleontological research. It translates complex scientific concepts into stunning visuals, covering topics from the evolution of dinosaurs into birds to fossil formation and convergent evolution. The experience is suitable for visitors of all ages, including families and dinosaur enthusiasts.

If you go

• When: June 27, 2026, to Jan 17, 2027
• Where: B1, West Bund Museum, No 2600 Longteng Avenue, Xuhui district
• Language: English and Chinese subtitles
• Duration: Approximately 1 hour
• Ticket prices: 58 yuan ($8.52) to 138 yuan

Source: West Bund Museum