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By Polly Conway
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Final interview with beloved primatologist is powerful.
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Famous Last Words: Dr. Jane Goodall
What's the Story?
Six months before her death, Dr. Jane Goodall recorded an interview with TV producer Brad Falchuk, to be shown only once she has died. In FAMOUS LAST WORDS: DR. JANE GOODALL, she discusses her career, belief in a higher power, being a woman in primatology, her love of animals, and much more.
Is It Any Good?
While the premise is a bit morbid, this interview special filmed in March 2025 is a riveting final goodbye from the world's most famous primatologist. In Famous Last Words: Dr. Jane Goodall, the doctor is utterly herself; both playful and serious as she discusses her life and the impact she's had on the world. Goodall is unafraid to state her opinions: she has harsh words for some people she'd like to see "go up in one of Musk's spaceships"—this includes Elon Musk himself, as well as world leaders Donald Trump, Vladimir Putin, and Benjamin Netanyahu. While it's hard to say if there's anything the relentlessly brave Goodall says here that she might have been afraid to say in life, it's a lovely legacy for her to leave with us.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about Dr. Jane Goodall. What was so special about her and the life she created?
What do you think about the idea of recording an interview to be shown after death only?
TV Details
- Premiere date : October 3, 2025
- Cast : Jane Goodall
- Network : Netflix
- Genre : Reality TV
- Topics : Activism ( Animal rights , Civic engagement , Climate change , Gender equality ) , Animals ( Wild Animals ) , History ( Biopic ) , STEM ( Nature , Science )
- Character Strengths : Courage , Curiosity
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- Last updated : October 3, 2025
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