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** MEDIA ALERT ** EXTRAORDINARY DISCOVERY: FIRST-EVER SIGHTING OF LIVE, MASSIVE ANTARCTIC SQUID CAUGHT ON CAMERA

(WASHINGTON, D.C. – June 10, 2025) Researchers on the National Geographic and Rolex Perpetual Planet Expedition in the Southern Ocean have recorded a history-making sighting of a three-foot-long deep-sea squid species that has never before been seen alive. The Gonatus antarcticus squid, an elusive squid found only in the frigid waters around Antarctica, was discovered on Christmas Day by the Schmidt Ocean Institute’s research vessel, the R/V Falkor (too), in a surprise moment caught on camera via the research vessel’s remotely operated vehicle (ROV), SuBastian. The footage, available HERE, will be broadcast in an upcoming National Geographic documentary. Prior to the astonishing discovery, the species was only known from carcasses in fishing nets or when the squids’ beaks were found in the stomach of fished marine animals. Footage of the squid shows the animal with scratches on its arms and fresh-looking sucker marks on its mantle but otherwise shows it is in good shape. Spotted at a

NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC’S FIN-FAVORITE SUMMER EVENT RETURNS WITH OVER 25 HOURS OF SHARK-INFESTED PROGRAMMING, INCLUDING JAWS @ 50: THE DEFINITIVE INSIDE STORY AND SHARKS UP CLOSE WITH BERTIE GREGORY

SHARKFEST Key Art SHARKFEST Trailer SHARKS UP CLOSE Trailer JAWS @ 50 Trailer  (WASHINGTON, D.C. June 9, 2025) – National Geographic’s gill-ty pleasure of the summer, SHARKFEST, returns for its wildest season yet! With over 25 hours of jaw-dropping programming, this year’s lineup dives deeper than ever into the science, power and beauty of the ocean’s most misunderstood predator. Making a splash at the top of this year’s lineup is the brand-new special SHARKS UP CLOSE WITH BERTIE GREGORY, which follows the Emmy- and BAFTA-winning cinematographer and National Geographic Explorer Bertie Gregory (@BertieGregory) on a high-stakes, cage-free mission to film great white sharks off the coast of South Africa. SHARKS UP CLOSE kicks off SHARKFEST beginning July 5 at 8/7c on National Geographic. Select series and specials will stream the next day on Disney+ and Hulu. Additionally, shark-infested content will air on Nat Geo WILD, Nat Geo Mundo, Disney Jr., and DisneyXD throughout the month. A 24/

BIGGER BOAT, BIGGER LEGACY!

  Jaws @ 50 Key Art Jaws @ 50 Trailer    (WASHINGTON, D.C. – May 30, 2025) National Geographic’s SHARKFEST wouldn’t exist without the film that changed cinema—and our relationship with sharks—forever: “Jaws.” This summer, in tribute to the movie that sparked a lasting fascination with the ocean’s most misunderstood predator, National Geographic goes behind the scenes of the legendary blockbuster with JAWS @ 50: THE DEFINITIVE INSIDE STORY. Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Laurent Bouzereau (“Faye,” “Music by John Williams”), the 90-minute documentary takes viewers on the ultimate deep dive, from Peter Benchley’s bestselling novel to the cinematic phenomenon that is “Jaws” and how the film continues to ripple through pop culture, cinema and shark conservation to this day. You may think you know the full story of “Jaws”—but not until now. JAWS @ 50 hails from Steven Spielberg’s Amblin Documentaries and Nedland Films, in partnership with Wendy Benchley and Laura Bowling, and is this summe

RYAN REYNOLDS CELEBRATES NATURE'S UNSUNG HEROES WITH UNDERDOGS TRAILER, A BOUNDARY-BREAKING NATURAL HISTORY EXPERIENCE

Watch Trailer HERE Download Key Art HERE (Washington, DC – May 27, 2025) For 137 years, National Geographic has been bringing you breathtaking wildlife footage of iconic animals—penguins, elephants, whales and more. As if those windbags need any more free PR. Hold on to your binoculars, folks, as Nat Geo gets up close and personal with the outcasts of the animal kingdom in UNDERDOGS, narrated by Ryan Reynolds. From their hidden talents to their unconventional hygiene choices to their unsavory courtship rituals, UNDERDOGS celebrates the unique behaviors of the animals who don’t usually get to be the stars of the show. From Reynolds’ Emmy® Award-winning Maximum Effort and Emmy® and BAFTA Award-Winning Wildstar Films (a Fremantle company), National Geographic’s UNDERDOGS premieres June 15 at 9/8c, simulcast on ABC, and will be available to stream the next day on Disney+ and Hulu. “Getting to work with National Geographic on UNDERDOGS was a dream come true—mostly because I can finally wat

NEVER-BEFORE-SEEN FOOTAGE OF BOTTOM TRAWLING’S DEVASTATING EFFECTS FEATURED IN OCEAN WITH DAVID ATTENBOROUGH

WATCH THE CLIP HERE DOWNLOAD PHOTOS HERE (WASHINGTON, D.C. – May 9, 2025) David Attenborough, the world’s preeminent natural historian, brings audiences the untold story of how they can help save the world’s Ocean in the new feature-length documentary OCEAN WITH DAVID ATTENBOROUGH. The film features never-before-seen footage of bottom trawling — the act of dragging weighted fishing nets along the Ocean floor — and its devastating effects on the Ocean. Only by revealing this footage to the world and exposing what’s happening beneath the surface can people begin to understand the devastating impact it is having and the urgent risk it poses to our Ocean. Bottom trawling and dredging have remained hidden from view for hundreds of years — until now. The visceral, heart-wrenching footage featured in the clip is the first time the process of bottom trawling has been filmed in such high quality, and the immense scale of trawling’s destruction is revealed. An iron chain bulldozes across the se

“If We Save the Sea, We Save Our World" David Attenborough

  WATCH TRAILER HERE (WASHINGTON, D.C. – May 5, 2025) Today, National Geographic released the trailer and key art for OCEAN WITH DAVID ATTENBOROUGH, a feature-length documentary special that marks the first collaboration of its kind between Sir David Attenborough, the world’s preeminent natural historian, and National Geographic, a leader in exploration, science and storytelling. Presented by the celebrated 98-year-old broadcaster and produced by Silverback Films and Open Planet Studios, the film shares with a global audience the importance of the world’s oceans and the story of how we can, and must, restore the glory of Earth’s vast, interconnected waters. The film will premiere on National Geographic on Saturday, June 7, at 9/8c and be available to stream globally the next day, World Oceans Day, on Disney+ and Hulu. OCEAN WITH DAVID ATTENBOROUGH will have its world premiere tomorrow, May 6, at Southbank Centre’s Royal Festival Hall in London and will be released theatrically in sele

Following a Standout Sundance World Premiere, National Geographic Documentary Films Unveils Trailer for Critically Acclaimed and Award-Winning SALLY, Ahead of National Space Day

WATCH TRAILER DOWNLOAD TRAILER DOWNLOAD KEY ART DOWNLOAD STILLS      (WASHINGTON, D.C. – May 1, 2025) Today, National Geographic Documentary Films released the trailer and key art for SALLY, a film that honors the life of Sally Ride, the first American woman to travel to space. From Emmy-winning director Cristina Costantini of Muck Media (“Science Fair,” “Karol G”), SALLY will also reveal the story of Ride’s private relationship with Tam O’Shaughnessy, her partner of 27 years, with new detail and insight never shared before. SALLY is produced by Cristina Costantini, Lauren Cioffi (“Love Has Won: The Cult of Mother God,” “Becoming”), Oscar and Emmy winner Dan Cogan (“Icarus,” “Becoming Cousteau”) and Emmy winner Jon Bardin of Story Syndicate (“Gone Girls: The Long Island Serial Killer,” “Harry & Meghan”).The film will premiere on National Geographic on Monday, June 16, at 9/8c and be available to stream globally the next day on Disney+ and Hulu. SALLY world premiered at this year’s Sun

NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC UNVEILS TRAILER FOR TUCCI IN ITALY: A CINEMATIC JOURNEY THROUGH FOOD, CULTURE AND HISTORY

(WASHINGTON, D.C. – April 16, 2025) – This May, National Geographic invites audiences to take a mouthwatering adventure with acclaimed Academy Award® Nominee, Emmy®- and Golden Globe®-winning actor Stanley Tucci as he travels across Italy in TUCCI IN ITALY. From Tucci’s SALT Productions, alongside BBC Studios’ Specialist Factual Productions, the five-part series follows Tucci on a visually stunning and deeply personal exploration of the country’s breathtaking landscapes, rich history, and the complex connections with its food that have shaped each region’s distinct culture and, of course, their iconic pasta. TUCCI IN ITALY premieres May 18 at 8/7c on National Geographic and all episodes stream the next day on Disney+ and Hulu. More than just a travelogue, the series is a rich, narrative-driven exploration that delves deep into the heart of Italy’s culinary traditions. In TUCCI IN ITALY, Tucci meets with locals, chefs, fellow foodies, fishermen, artisans and even cowboys to unearth hid

NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC LAUNCHES ourHOME EARTH MONTH SWEEPSTAKES, OFFERING ONCE-IN-A-LIFETIME PRIZE TRIP TO ANTARCTICA

(WASHINGTON – April 15, 2025) – Ahead of Earth Day, National Geographic announced today the ourHOME sweepstakes, part of the brand’s Earth Month celebration. Open to anyone in the U.S over 18 years old, one lucky winner will earn a National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions trip to Antarctica for two. Today through the end of the month, join National Geographic in celebrating the beauty and wonder of ourHOME with a chance to win an expedition to the southernmost continent. Experience the rugged beauty of this frozen landmass firsthand, alongside a team of experts eager to share their passion for this region of the world. Enter the sweepstakes once daily at natgeo.com/ourhomesweepstakes from April 15-30, 2025.* The prize includes the following: One 12-day expedition cruise aboard the National Geographic Resolution or National Geographic Endurance to Antarctica for two (double occupancy) Round-trip coach airfare and transfers upon arrival and departure All meals as indicated in the itiner

NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC REVEALS GROUNDBREAKING UNDERWATER SCAN UNVEILING TITANIC IN UNPRECEDENTED DETAIL, CHALLENGING LONG-HELD THEORIES AND PRESENTING FRESH INSIGHTS IN UPCOMING DOCUMENTARY SPECIAL TITANIC: THE DIGITAL RESURRECTION

Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ywm0RERswmY Extended Clip: https://youtu.be/i1uFsuShzB8 CONTINUES… PAGE 2 / NAT GEO DEBUTS TRAILER AND PREMIERE DATE FOR TITANIC: THE DIGITAL RESURRECTION (WASHINGTON, D.C. – April 08, 2025) April 14 marks the 113th anniversary of the R.M.S. Titanic’s sinking—an event that has fueled global fascination for over a century. National Geographic presents TITANIC: THE DIGITAL RESURRECTION, a groundbreaking 90-minute documentary that offers an unprecedented look at history’s most infamous maritime disaster. Using exclusive access to cutting-edge underwater scanning technology, including 715,000 digitally captured images, the special unveils the most precise model of the Titanic ever created: a full-scale, 1:1 digital twin, accurate down to the rivet. From award-winning Atlantic Productions, TITANIC: THE DIGITAL RESURRECTION premieres Friday, April 11, at 9/8c on National Geographic, streaming the next day on Disney+ and Hulu. In 2022, award-winning a