logo
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

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

Business Wire5 hours ago

WASHINGTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--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 24/7 live stream of 2024 content will also air on YouTube.
The SHARKFEST slate continues with the thrilling original JAWS @ 50: THE DEFINITIVE INSIDE STORY —the only authorized documentary celebrating the blockbuster that redefined Hollywood and launched a cultural fascination with sharks. Featuring exclusive interviews with Steven Spielberg, rare archival footage, and reflections from Hollywood's top filmmakers, Peter Benchley's family, shark scientists, and conservationists, the documentary revisits the film's legacy and explores how it shifted public perception from fear to awe.
This year's SHARKFEST features leading marine scientists and experts, offering critical insights into shark behavior and how we can coexist with these extraordinary creatures. From myth-busting science to cinematic underwater adventure, SHARKFEST is a global deep dive into the awe-inspiring world of sharks.
From California shores to the seas down under in Australia, SHARKFEST will take viewers on an epic ocean adventure across the globe with the following:
SHARKS UP CLOSE WITH BERTIE GREGORY
Premieres July 5 at 8/7c on National Geographic
Streams July 6 on Disney+ and Hulu
Bertie heads to South Africa for his most audacious mission yet. The wild waters here are a hotspot for one of the ocean's most famous and feared predators, the great white shark. Diving in the shallows without a cage, Bertie will attempt to film these huge sharks. By entering their domain, he discovers the challenges they face on our rapidly changing planet.
INVESTIGATION SHARK ATTACK
Premieres nightly beginning July 5 at 9/8c on National Geographic
Streams July 6 on Disney+ and Hulu
Delivering an in-depth look inside the mind of these apex predators, the six-part series explores shark behavior from their unique perspective. An intense forensic investigation at the innovative Shark Headquarters by a panel of scientists analyzes key theories and ultimately dissects each encounter to determine what leads sharks to strike.
SUPER SHARK HIGHWAY
Premieres nightly beginning July 5 at 10/9c on National Geographic
Streams July 6 on Disney+ and Hulu
Sharks have ruled our oceans for over 400 million years. In comparison, humans are relatively new visitors. So, how do we keep both parties safe when our worlds collide? In the six-part series, two elite shark research teams infiltrate two of Australia's busiest shark migration routes to unlock the mysteries of these apex predators. One will follow white sharks along Australia's southern shark highway, while the other team tracks the big and elusive sharks along the tropical north. Dive in with elite scientific teams as they study their mysterious movements, witness new behaviors, and determine how humans can coexist with these incredible creatures.
JAWS @ 50: THE DEFINITIVE INSIDE STORY
Premieres July 10 at 9/8c on National Geographic
Streams July 11 on Disney+ and Hulu
JAWS @ 50: THE DEFINITIVE INSIDE STORY is the authorized documentary celebrating the film that redefined Hollywood, 50 years after its premiere. Alongside Steven Spielberg, JAWS @ 50 charts the extraordinary journey from Peter Benchley's bestselling novel to one of the most iconic films ever made. Featuring rare archival footage and interviews with acclaimed Hollywood directors, top shark scientists, and conservationists, the documentary uncovers the behind-the-scenes chaos and how the film launched the summer blockbuster, inspired a new wave of filmmakers, and paved the way for shark conservation that continues today.
SHARKS OF THE NORTH
Premieres July 12 at 10/9c on National Geographic
Streams July 6 on Disney+ and Hulu
Sightings of great white sharks have been on the rise on Canada's Atlantic coast. Alanna Canaran, a passionate science educator and dive instructor, embarks on a mission to unravel the enigmas surrounding these magnificent creatures and is determined to dispel fear of sharks in Nova Scotians. As the journey unfolds, Canaran and her team dive into the history of human-shark relationships along the coast. Facing numerous challenges, including elusive sharks and treacherous weather conditions, the team perseveres. With sheer determination and a stroke of luck, they gather invaluable knowledge of these magnificent creatures, contributing to a better understanding of white sharks in Canada.
SHARK QUEST: HUNT FOR THE APEX PREDATOR
Premieres July 13 at 9/8c on National Geographic
Streams July 6 on Disney+ and Hulu
As shark populations are declining, finding ways to share the seas is more critical than ever. In a series of jaw-dropping stories, survivors recount their harrowing encounters with massive sharks … where some emerged miraculously unscathed and others were less fortunate. By studying the key hot spots that make up the most shark-infested waters in the world, we can learn what attracts these massive predators to frequent these areas. Video evidence can show us how these incredible hunters lean on their highly evolved skills and reveal how we can minimize our risks when entering their domain. Sharks have adapted over 400 million years to become the perfect sea predators, and our survival on land is interlinked with theirs in the sea.
About National Geographic Content
Representing the largest brand on social media with over 780 million followers and 1.1 billion impressions each month, National Geographic Content's award-winning and critically acclaimed storytelling inspires fans of all ages to connect with, explore and care about the world through factual storytelling. National Geographic Content, part of a joint venture between The Walt Disney Company and the National Geographic Society, reaches over 532 million people worldwide in 172 countries and 33 languages as a digital, social and print publisher and across the global National Geographic channels (National Geographic Channel, Nat Geo WILD, Nat Geo MUNDO), National Geographic Documentary Films, and direct-to-consumer platforms Disney+ and Hulu. Its diverse content includes Oscar®- and BAFTA award-winning film Free Solo, Oscar-nominated films Sugarcane, Fire of Love and Bobi Wine: The People's President, Emmy® Award-winning franchise 9/11: One Day in America and JFK: One Day in America, Emmy® Award-winning series Animals Up Close, series Trafficked with Mariana van Zeller, Life Below Zero, and Secrets of the Whales, in addition to multiple National Magazine Awards, Pulitzer Prize Finalists and Webby wins. Visit nationalgeographic.com and natgeotv.com or explore Instagram, Threads, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, TikTok, and Reddit.

Orange background

Try Our AI Features

Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:

Comments

No comments yet...

Related Articles

‘I Didn't Know.' One Thing Miley Cyrus Wishes She Could Go Back And Change About Hannah Montana's Later Years
‘I Didn't Know.' One Thing Miley Cyrus Wishes She Could Go Back And Change About Hannah Montana's Later Years

Yahoo

time25 minutes ago

  • Yahoo

‘I Didn't Know.' One Thing Miley Cyrus Wishes She Could Go Back And Change About Hannah Montana's Later Years

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Nearly 20 years after it premiered, Hannah Montana remains a pop culture favorite among fans that can be rewatched with a Disney+ subscription. Its impact on the entertainment industry turned Miley Cyrus into the youngest celeb inducted as a Disney Legend. Despite going through her many different eras and struggling with fame after the show ended, both Hannah Montana and the Hannah persona still mean a lot to the 'Something Beautiful' singer, but there is still at least one thing Cyrus would change about the Disney show. One of the best things about Hannah Montana, if not the best thing, is Miley Cyrus' talents as a singer and performer IRL. Not only did Cyrus put on the wig and outfits and perform actual concerts, but she also had a hand in writing some of Hannah's biggest hits. She was inspired to lend more of her voice after her attempts to maturate the character went unfulfilled. Speaking on the podcast Every Single Album, Cyrus said she now wishes she'd been just as quick to make sure her contributions were legally recognized. In her words: I didn't know to like ask for songwriting credit because I didn't even know because I'm like, well, it's going to say 'Hannah Montana' and I'm Hannah Montana, so that's enough credit for me. But now I'm like, I should have really had more credit in there because I was shaping that whole identity of the thing. And a lot of the songs were written off experiences that I was having. Fans of Hannah Montana know that there are some very personal songs, and although Cyrus shared that some tracks are 'episodic' in that they work for a specific episode or storyline, there are certainly others that more directly reflect her personal life. Her initial reasoning for not pushing for songwriting credits makes sense, since she was just a child star trying to succeed, and naively believed that portraying Hannah Montana was simply enough. Which is part of the reason why Meet Miley Cyrus was a thing. The character's second album, aptly named Hannah Montana 2, was a double album that also featured 10 songs sung by Cyrus as herself. The songs were inspired by a breakup, and she was truly able to be herself and have songwriting credits. But it gave fans just a taste of who she really is, and although Hannah was never able to veer into more mature storytelling with those songs' lyrics, Cyrus putting out her own music gave her that form of expression. Regardless of Hannah Montana's clean-cut image and Miley Cyrus trying her best to give her a mature edge, she has proven time and time again that the experience meant the world to her. She even shared an emotional letter on the show's 15th anniversary, showing that she will always be Hannah. It's hard to believe that several actresses nearly earned the lead role in Hannah Montana, such as Lucy Hale and Aly Michalka, and it's equally hard to imagine how different things would have been had Cyrus not won the executives over. It would have been nice to see a more mature Hannah from the start, but perhaps a reboot will come together in the future that finally gives the actress the chance, even if it's not part of the 2025 TV schedule.

🦈 Nautica is making waves with a 'Jaws' 50th anniversary collection
🦈 Nautica is making waves with a 'Jaws' 50th anniversary collection

USA Today

time30 minutes ago

  • USA Today

🦈 Nautica is making waves with a 'Jaws' 50th anniversary collection

🦈 Nautica is making waves with a 'Jaws' 50th anniversary collection Shop the exclusive Nautica x 'Jaws' collab for vintage-inspired summer apparel. Just when you thought it was safe to go back in the water, Nautica is diving headfirst into summer 2025 with a bold new collaboration that's equal parts nostalgic and stylish. In celebration of the 50th anniversary of Steven Spielberg's legendary 1975 thriller 'Jaws,' the iconic American brand has launched a limited-edition capsule collection that brings the suspense of the sea to classic nautical fashion. Whether you're a longtime fan of the film or just looking to upgrade your summer wardrobe, this cinephile-approved collection delivers a fresh take on coastal cool. Shop the Nautica x Jaws collection Shop the Nautica x Jaws capsule collection This exclusive 'Jaws' x Nautica collection is a must-have for fans of retro cinema, beach-ready fashion and all things shark-chic. The capsule features: Sleeveless and short-sleeve graphic tees with vintage-inspired Jaws artwork and with vintage-inspired Jaws artwork Fashion-forward button-downs with oceanic hues and bold prints with oceanic hues and bold prints Swimwear styles perfect for pool parties, beach days or summer movie marathons Each piece is designed to channel the thrill of the open water, with shark-inspired details, deep-sea blues, and graphic nods to the 1975 blockbuster that changed summer movies forever. Funboy's Father's Day sale is here: Save 20% on floating coolers, paddle boards for dad 💦 More: Gear up for 4th of July adventures with Amazon deals on camping + hiking essentials The 'Jaws' x Nautica capsule is available now in select stores and online at With limited quantities and high fan demand, this drop is expected to sell fast, so don't wait to sink your teeth into it. Shop the Nautica x 'Jaws' collection Athlete marks 'Jaws' 50th anniversary with 60-mile swim Swimmer Lewis Pugh circumnavigated Martha's Vineyard to mark the 50th anniversary of the movie "Jaws" and draw attention to the plight of sharks. When was 'Jaws' released? 'Jaws' was released in theaters on June 20, 1975. Where was 'Jaws' filmed? 'Jaws' was mostly filmed on Martha's Vineyard, the island off the coast of Massachusetts. Key filming spots on Martha's Vineyard included:

Reasonable Doubt Duo Talk Morris Chestnut's Season 3 Return, Hype Joseph Sikora and Other Additions
Reasonable Doubt Duo Talk Morris Chestnut's Season 3 Return, Hype Joseph Sikora and Other Additions

Yahoo

time34 minutes ago

  • Yahoo

Reasonable Doubt Duo Talk Morris Chestnut's Season 3 Return, Hype Joseph Sikora and Other Additions

Faces familiar and new will rock Jax's world when Season 3 of Reasonable Doubt hits Hulu. Created by Raamla Mohamed and the first scripted drama from Onyx Collective (an initiative to create 'culturally specific, wildly entertaining content'), Reasonable Doubt stars Emayatzy Corinealdi (Ballers, Hand of God) as Jax Stewart, a high-powered criminal defense attorney from Los Angeles who 'fiercely bucks the justice system through wild interpretations of the law and sometimes questionable ethics, all while trying to deal with a failing marriage and the pitfalls of motherhood.' More from TVLine Tom Ellis Previews Latest FBI Offshoot, His CIA Agent's 'Large Dose of Moral Ambiguity' - Watch Video Tony Awards 2025: How to Watch Broadway's Biggest Night Online Criminal Minds Video: As JJ Seeks Help, Aimee Garcia Previews 'Intimate' Scenes With a 'Magical' A.J. Cook The series also stars McKinley Freeman (Queen Sugar) as Jax's husband Lewis, Tim Jo (This Is Us) as Daniel, Angela Grovey (Joyful Noise) as Krystal, Thaddeus J. Mixson (Candy Cane Lane) as Spenser and Aderinsola Olabode as Naima. Morris Chestnut joined the cast in Season 2 as defense lawyer Corey Cash, but his character moved on from Jax's firm after they closed a key case in the finale. Chestnut, however, will return/recur in Season 3, despite now headlining CBS' already-renewed freshman hit Watson. Chestnut's encore is 'one of the things that makes this season interesting,' Corinealdi shares with TVLine in the video above, from Disney's 2025 Upfront. 'We know he's coming back, but in what capcity, we're going to see.' As Freeman notes, 'a talent like Morris Chestnut only improves the production, so we're fortunate to have him. 'But the cast we have added for Season 3 is phenomenal,' he raves. In Season 3 (premiere date TBA), 'After a tumultuous season of fighting to save her best friend from a life sentence while healing from her own deadly affair, Jax Stewart has finally earned some peace in her life … even if she sees it all as a little boring,' the synopsis tells us. 'So, when a former child star finds himself in a heap of trouble, Jax seizes the opportunity to spice up her daily routine. But when her client's personal life turns out to have all the drama and danger of a Hollywood movie — and Jax's own professional future comes under threat from a charismatic associate at her firm — can Jax clear her client's name without losing the personal and professional successes she's worked so hard for?' New recurring players on tap for Season 3 include Kyle Bary (Ginny & Georgia) as Ozzie, the former star of a long-running sitcom; Rumer Willis (Empire) as Ozzie's stylist and girlfriend; Brandee Evans (P-Valley) as Ozzie's agent; April Parker Jones (If Loving You Is Wrong) as Ozzie's imperious 'momager' and Keith Arthur Bolden (Cobra Kai) as his father; and Richard Brooks (Being Mary Jane) as a ghost from Jax's past who threatens to unravel everything she's worked so hard to build. Perhaps most significantly, though, Joseph Sikora — who plays Tommy Egan in Starz's Power universe — will fill the series regular role of Bill Sterling, a coworker at Jax's firm who started his law career later in life after serving as a Coast Guard for 10 years. Now he is looking to make partner, and his proximity to Jax becomes imperative to his success. Teasing the introduction of Sikora's character, Corinealdi says, 'Just know this: Jax does not suffer fools, and Jax is very protective of what she's built. So we'll get to see what happens between her and [Bill Sterling.' Want scoop on , or for any other TV show? Shoot an email to InsideLine@ and your question may be answered via Matt's Inside Line! Best of TVLine Yellowjackets' Tawny Cypress Talks Episode 4's Tai/Van Reunion: 'We're All Worried About Taissa' Vampire Diaries Turns 10: How Real-Life Plot Twists Shaped Everything From the Love Triangle to the Final Death Vampire Diaries' Biggest Twists Revisited (and Explained)

DOWNLOAD THE APP

Get Started Now: Download the App

Ready to dive into the world of global news and events? Download our app today from your preferred app store and start exploring.
app-storeplay-store