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Eight Billion Stories. One Shared Future

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09/07/2026

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World Population Day 2026

Every person has a story. On 11 July, World Population Day invites us to reflect on the opportunities and challenges connected with living on a planet now home to more than eight billion people. It's a day to consider not just the size of our global population, but the diversity of cultures, experiences and ideas that shape our world.

Behind every statistic is a human story - of resilience, innovation, migration, family, community and hope. As our world becomes increasingly connected, understanding one another has never been more important.

At Beamafilm, we believe film has the power to bridge cultures, spark conversations and deepen our understanding of the people and places around us. From documentaries exploring global development and environmental sustainability to inspiring stories of communities overcoming adversity, our collection celebrates the richness and complexity of life across the globe.


Stories that connect us

This World Population Day, explore films that examine:

  • 🌍 Population, migration and urbanisation
  • 🀝 Cultural diversity and identity
  • 🌱 Sustainability and our shared environment
  • πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§β€πŸ‘¦ Families, communities and belonging
  • πŸ’‘ Innovation and the challenges of a changing world

Whether you're interested in global issues, environmental change, or the remarkable resilience of communities around the world, there's a story waiting to inspire you.

Because while our population continues to grow, one thing remains constant: Every story matters.

Explore Beamafilm's World Population Day selections and discover the people, places and ideas shaping our shared future.

Watch for FREE with a participating library card or on a 30-day trial. Also, you can rent a film for 72 hours.

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10 episodes (3 h 40 mins)
World Is Yours – Season 5 takes viewers on an epic global journey, uncovering the beauty, history, and flavours of destinations across every continent. From ancient ruins to modern cities, each episode blends culture,...
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Unexpected findings open up a new chapter on Darwin's theory of evolution. In our cities of all places, animals and plants adapt particularly quickly to new living conditions, often in a few decades. The researchers are amazed.

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1 h 26 mins
With energising stories of people pioneering change in their communities and in their own lives, 'Living the Change: Inspiring Stories for a Sustainable Future' explores solutions to the global crises we face today,

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A Tamil couple and an international student face adjustment issues after moving to Australia.
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Two young musicians flee their homeland seeking asylum in Australia encountering the Scattered People band in immigration detention. They discover community as music breaks down barriers, gives them purpose, a...
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1 h 36 mins
Ethical conflicts erupt for doctors as the Australian government overrides their clinical decisions made for refugee patients. If doctors cannot follow the ethics their medical profession is bound to, what will happen to their patients?...

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10 episodes (8 h 20 mins)
Cities by the sea are gateways to the world. They are intrinsically defined by their position by the sea, an openness to the world, and a spirit of discovery and adventure. With the curious eyes of a stranger, the series wanders...

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1 h 32 mins
The real impact of Australia’s offshore detention policies.
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15 episodes (6 h 30 mins)
This series takes an inviting and insightful look at the spiritual teachings, customs and daily lives of families of different faiths. Join the series host, Tevya Heller, on this cultural journey in his search for God.

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1 h 30 mins
Elizabeth Liang's funny, sharp, and poignant one-woman show about growing up in the intersections of identity as a dual citizen of mixed heritage.
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1 h 55 mins
This touching documentary follows Wellington City Councillor Stephanie Cook and her quest to adopt two girls aged nine and four, from Siberia.
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4 episodes (52 mins)
This series explore how small acts of love and kindness can change the world, warming hearts and minds in ways that we could never begin to imagine.
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