---
title: "Here We Are: Notes for Living on Planet Earth"
year: 2020
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/here-we-are-notes-for-living-on-planet-earth-2020"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 664850
imdb_id: "tt11692010"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 37
community_rating: 7.6
vote_count: 74
content_rating: "G"
---

# Here We Are: Notes for Living on Planet Earth (2020) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/here-we-are-notes-for-living-on-planet-earth-2020

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Here We Are: Notes for Living on Planet Earth is a 2020 animated family film directed by Douglas Carrigan and Philip Hunt. The story follows a precocious seven-year-old on the eve of Earth Day as he learns about the wonders of the planet from his parents and a mysterious exhibit at the Museum of Everything.

The production features a cast including Meryl Streep, Jacob Tremblay, Chris O'Dowd, and Ruth Negga. With a runtime of 37 minutes, the film provides a brief exploration of the natural world through the eyes of a young child.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A precocious seven-year-old discovers the wonders of the planet through his parents and a mysterious museum exhibit."

### Why Watch
- Features a cast including Meryl Streep, Jacob Tremblay, and Chris O'Dowd
- Explores the wonders of the planet through a mysterious museum exhibit
- Directed by Douglas Carrigan and Philip Hunt

### Caveats & Content Note
- The runtime is limited to 37 minutes
- Tone & Suitability: This is a 37-minute animated family film suitable for general audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #animation, #family, #earth-day-themed, #museum-setting, #precocious-child-protagonist

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Apple TV, Apple TV Amazon Channel | None | None |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Apple TV, Apple TV Amazon Channel | None | None |
| **Canada (CA)** | Apple TV, Apple TV Amazon Channel | None | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | Apple TV, Apple TV Amazon Channel | None | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Philip Hunt
- **Networks / Studios**: Studio AKA

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Meryl Streep** as *Narrator (voice)*
- **Jacob Tremblay** as *Finn (voice)*
- **Chris O'Dowd** as *Finn's Dad (voice)*
- **Ruth Negga** as *Finn's Mum (voice)*
- **Rob Rackstraw** as *Crowd Voice (voice)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream this film?
The film is available to watch on Plex.

### Q: Is it worth watching?
The film has a Rotten Tomatoes score of 88/100.

### Q: How long is the movie?
The film has a runtime of 37 minutes.

### Q: What is the age rating?
The film is rated G.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Here We Are: Notes for Living on Planet Earth — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/664850)
- [Here We Are: Notes for Living on Planet Earth (2020) - Cast ...](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/664850-here-we-are-notes-for-living-on-planet-earth/cast)
- [Here We Are: Notes for Living on Planet Earth](https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/here_we_are_notes_for_living_on_planet_earth)
- [Here We Are: Notes for Living on Planet Earth Cast & Crew](https://www.moviefone.com/movie/here-we-are-notes-for-living-on-planet-earth/tLLdN9nyeso2IiDav8kum4/credits/)
- [Here We Are: Notes for Living on Planet Earth (2020) Full ...](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/here-we-are-notes-for-living-on-planet-earth/credits)
- [Here We Are: Notes for Living on Planet Earth - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11692010/)

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