European premier Our Story with David Attenborough at ARTIS
- 21 April 2026
On May 8, the day Sir David Attenborough turns 100, ARTIS will be the first in Europe to screen the new dome adaptation of Our Story with Sir David Attenborough in the Planetarium. Previously, Our Story was shown at the Natural History Museum in London. With this special premiere, ARTIS underscores its role as a place where people can experience, understand, and appreciate nature.
European Premiere Our Story at ARTIS
Experience the European premiere of the new dome adaptation of Our Story with Sir David Attenborough at ARTIS. This film experience aligns seamlessly with ARTIS’s mission. Here, you’ll not only see how rich and diverse life is, but also that humans are an integral part of it. In that sense, ARTIS is the place that can bring the message of Our Story to life. Our Story was developed by the award-winning team at Open Planet Studios. Open Planet has previously collaborated on TV and film productions such as Ocean with David Attenborough and David Attenborough: A Life on Our Planet.
An immersive film experience
The 50-minute immersive film experience Our Story shows how closely all life on Earth is interconnected and what role humans play in it. David Attenborough takes you on a journey through the four-billion-year-old history of Earth and the relatively brief history of humankind, which turn out to be inextricably linked. Through a combination of stunning nature footage, animations, and projections, a complete 360° experience is created: a powerful narrative about humanity and the planet, about impact and responsibility, and about the possibility of living in harmony with Earth once again.
David Attenborough about Our Story
“Humans are the most influential species on Earth. We are completely dependent on this beautiful planet, but its future lies in our hands. I hope that visitors of all ages will experience Our Story and go home inspired, informed, and aware that they play an essential role in our world. This is our story.” - Sir David Attenborough
ARTIS Director Rembrandt Sutorius
“The fact that Our Story is being shown at ARTIS underscores what we stand for. ARTIS is a place where people can experience the interconnectedness of life—from microbes to the Milky Way. Through wonder, we want to inspire people to take action to better care for our planet. We see the fact that this production has chosen ARTIS as its first location outside the United Kingdom as a meaningful affirmation of that role.”
Jonnie Hughes, co-founder and director of Open Planet Studios, also highlights this special collaboration:
“With this immersive performance, the story of humanity and the planet comes to life in a way you’ve never experienced before. ARTIS is a unique environment where visitors can discover the richness and diversity of life up close. Following its success in London, we’re delighted to bring this new adaptation to Amsterdam.”
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