Audiences will be captivated by “OCEANXPLORERS” on National Geographic.
Join award winning producer James Cameron and an all-star crew to view majestic life below the surface like never before!
This epic six-part underwater discovery series OCEANXPLORERS provides viewers with glimpses of nature and its creatures in news ways that are detailed, immersive, and innovative. The breathtaking series will premiere with the two episodes on August 18, 2024 on National Geographic and all episodes will release weekly and stream the next day on Disney+ and Hulu.
The National Geographic series takes audiences aboard the OceanXplorer, OceanX’s state-of-the-art scientific research and exploration vessel, to investigate the farthest frontiers of the world’s oceans, 80% of which are entirely unknown. Armed with advanced technology, a hand-picked team of intrepid explorers and scientists, National Geographic Explorers and other ocean experts embark on a global odyssey to solve some of the ocean’s greatest mysteries through the lives of its animals and their ecosystems. The ship sets sail on a grand adventure – traveling to the depths of the Atlantic in the Azores, diving into the shallows of the Bahamas and warm waters of the Caribbean before embarking north to the frigid arctic shores of Svalbard, Norway. OCEANXPLORERS provides an immersive look at an underwater world of wonder with incredible discoveries that push the boundaries of exploration and our understanding of the ocean like never before.
The OceanXplorer was built by the global science, media and exploration nonprofit OceanX, this technological marvel has the power to explore the depths of the world’s oceans. The ship is equipped with two submersibles — Neptune and Nadir — which can dive to 1,000 meters, or 3,280 feet, for up to 72 hours. There is a helicopter aboard alongside multiple marine science laboratories, as well as a media studio that captures new science and real-time discoveries for the screen.
This docuseries is beautiful, captivating, innovative, and riveting. Audiences are given a deck side view of how this vessel and its highly trained and educated crew use science, tech, and experience to navigate and research the ocean and the creatures who inhabit it.
The stellar crew consist of:
Zoleka Filander – National Geographic Explorer and Deep-Sea Researcher (@Zoleka_Filander) – As a leader in the South African ocean research community, Zoleka is a government scientist and expedition leader who has served on countless research cruises off the South Africa, Mozambique and Tanzania coasts. She has garnered several awards for her contributions to marine science and opened doors for other Black women to enter the field.
Melissa Cristina Márquez – Shark Biologist (@MelissaCristinaMarquez) – Melissa is a marine science education expert based in Australia who holds a Master of Science in marine biology from Victoria University of Wellington. Originally from Puerto Rico and raised in Mexico, she’s dedicated over a decade to advancing marine science education and communication. She has completed more than 100 dives and is called the “Mother of Sharks.” She is the founder of the Fins United Initiative, a shark conservation and information platform and a published children’s book author.
Eric Stackpole – Ocean Technology Innovator (@Eerrp) – With a background at NASA, a master’s in mechanical engineering, and serving as a lead engineer and ROV pilot on a three-month Antarctic exploration, Stackpole pushes the limits of robotics and drone technology.
Aldo Kane – Ex-Royal Marine, Special Ops (@AldoKane) – As a trained Royal Marine Commando, where he became one of the youngest elite Commando snipers ever, and an expert in survival and operations in all environments — jungle, desert, arctic, ocean and mountains — Kane has led countless water-based expeditions with some of the world’s elite.
These dedicated, smart, and brave individuals work to provide research and advanced knowledge about the many underwater wonders of our world. Through harsh and often non-favorable conditions, they use state of the art technology to engage, discover and examine science and nature.
Executive Producer, Narrator, National Geographic Explorer-at-Large James Cameron who is also an acclaimed filmmaker, explorer, inventor and environmentalist spearheads the series. A National Geographic Explorer-at-Large, Cameron has led eight deep ocean expeditions and has developed unprecedented robotic and submersible vehicles, lighting and 3D camera equipment for deep ocean exploration.
The cinematography in this docuseries is mystical and captiving. Viewers are given a close up account of the animals and specialized equipment used on these explorations. The immersive sights and sounds are so beautifully and clearly captured in ways that viewers have never before seen. Cameron is also the recipient of National Geographic’s prestigious Hubbard Medal and the Explorer’s Club medal for Explorer of the Year. His proven passion for the ocean and nature is evident as each episode plays out and the illuminating sights are displayed through the screen.
The six-part series includes the following episodes and premiere dates:
“Realm of the Humpbacks” premieres Aug. 18 at 9/8c
“Giants of the Deep” premieres Aug. 18 at 10/9c
“Jurassic Shark” premieres Aug. 25 at 9/8c
“Hammerhead Highway” premieres Aug. 25 at 10/9c
“Kingdom of the Polar Bear” premieres Sept. 1 at 9/8c
“Ice Giants” premieres Sept. 1 at 10/9c
This series combines a high-end, science-driven documentary with jaw-dropping sequences to capture the drama and thrill of exploration. Check out the trailer below and don’t forget to tune in tonight for the debut on National Geographic.