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Leonardo DiCaprio's climate documentary 'Ice on Fire' premieres on Sky Arte

other · 2026-05-04

The documentary 'Ice on Fire,' produced by Oscar-winning actor Leonardo DiCaprio and directed by Leila Conners, premieres on Sky Arte on Sunday, July 7, in simulcast with Sky Atlantic. The film, which debuted at the 2019 Cannes Film Festival, explores scientific research and innovative solutions to combat climate change, focusing on reducing atmospheric carbon and lowering global temperatures. Shot in Norway, Alaska, Iceland, Colorado, Switzerland, Costa Rica, and Connecticut, it highlights the work of scientists, farmers, and researchers, emphasizing the potential of green economy to create jobs. DiCaprio narrates and states the film aims to showcase the planet's beauty and renewable energy solutions, urging viewers to act.

Key facts

  • Documentary 'Ice on Fire' produced by Leonardo DiCaprio
  • Directed by Leila Conners
  • Premieres on Sky Arte on July 7, 2019
  • Simulcast on Sky Atlantic
  • Debuted at Cannes Film Festival 2019
  • Filmed in Norway, Alaska, Iceland, Colorado, Switzerland, Costa Rica, Connecticut
  • Focuses on reducing carbon in atmosphere and lowering temperatures
  • Highlights green economy job opportunities

Entities

Artists

  • Leonardo DiCaprio
  • Leila Conners

Institutions

  • Sky Arte
  • Sky Atlantic
  • HBO
  • Cannes Film Festival
  • Artribune

Locations

  • Norway
  • Alaska
  • Iceland
  • Colorado
  • Switzerland
  • Costa Rica
  • Connecticut

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