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What time does Big Cats start on BBC One tonight, who’s narrator Bertie Carvel and what’s the series about?

THE BBC's big nature hit focuses on the many members of the Big Cat family.

As the name suggests, the documentary series follows felines in the wild, though it aims to uncover the "secret lives" the animals live. Here's what we know about the show...

 The BBC's next big nature hit focuses on the many members of the Big Cat family
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The BBC's next big nature hit focuses on the many members of the Big Cat familyCredit: WARNING: Use of this image is subject to the terms of use of BBC Pictures' Digital Picture

What time is Big Cats on TV?

Big cats continues with the third and final episode on BBC One tonight,  Thursday, January 25 at 8pm before being uploaded to the BBC's iPlayer service.

Previous episodes are available on iPlayer to watch for a limited time.

 BBC Studios’ Natural History team have spent two years following Big Cats around 14 different countries - filming more than 31 out of the 40 species
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BBC Studios’ Natural History team have spent two years following Big Cats around 14 different countries - filming more than 31 out of the 40 speciesCredit: WARNING: Use of this image is subject to the terms of use of BBC Pictures' Digital Picture

What is Big Cats?

BBC Studios’ Natural History team have spent two years following Big Cats around 14 different countries - filming more than 31 out of the 40 species.

Aiming to bring an emotional and immersive story to the series, the programme will focus on the often secretive lives of these majestic creatures.

The series will be divided into three-part, which aim to uncover their social side.

It will show complex communication, devoted parental care, courtship, and even reveal how cats survive and thrive in all four corners of the globe.

The team have used some of the newest filming technology and a surge in scientific research to capture the footage.

 Fans will recognise narrator Bertie Carvel from Doctor Foster
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Fans will recognise narrator Bertie Carvel from Doctor FosterCredit: Getty - Contributor

Who is narrator Bertie Carvel?

Robert Hugh Carvel was born on 6 September 1977 in Marylebone, London. He is best known for his starring role in Doctor Foster.

Fans will recognise him from stints on Doctor Who, Sherlock, Primeval and BBC fantasy epic Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell.

Having trained at the prestigious Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts, Bertie is an accomplished theatre actor and has performed on both Broadway and the West End, scooping three awards for his work in Matilda The Musical.

Bertie Carvel is best known for starring opposite Surrane Jones on BBC drama Doctor Foster.

Trailer of BBC One's new documentary Big Cats celebrating the world's best loved animal family
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