June 16, 2026 TOM HIDDLESTON PLAYS TIME DETECTIVE IN POMPEII: OUT OF TIME, NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC'S INNOVATIVE INVESTIGATION INTO THE CITY’S FINAL HOURS Trailer HERE Key Art HERE National Geographic has unveiled the official trailer and premiere date for POMPEII: OUT OF TIME WITH TOM HIDDLESTON, a new three-part docudrama premiering July 23 on Disney+ and Hulu. Produced by Plimsoll Productions, the show will premiere on National Geographic on July 22 at 8/7c. Host and “Loki” star Tom Hiddleston and “Loki” executive producer Kevin R. Wright reunite for the series, a fusion of cinematic scripted drama and investigative documentary storytelling that transports audiences to ancient Rome in the hours before and during the eruption of Mount Vesuvius. Guided by a team of archaeologists, historians, geologists and disaster experts, he uncovers remarkable evidence — and the stories of real people that challenge long-held assumptions about Pompeii and its final hours — not least revealing that many of those caught up in the disaster had the chance to surviv With a twist of his hand, Golden GlobeⓇ and Olivier-winning Hiddleston (“The Night Manag Press Release
June 8, 2026 NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC’S FIN-FAVORITE SUMMER EVENT RETURNS WITH EVEN MORE SHARK-FILLED FUN, KICKING OFF WITH MARQUEE SPECIAL HAMMERHEAD SHARKS UP CLOSE WITH BERTIE GREGORY Watch Trailer HERE Download Key Art HERE National Geographic’s annual summer event SHARKFEST returns for its fin-credible 14th year, combining jaw-dropping encounters with groundbreaking science and expert-led storytelling that reveal new insights into the behavior, power and conservation of one of the ocean’s most fascinating predators. The shark-infested celebration kicks off July 5 with HAMMERHEAD SHARKS UP CLOSE WITH BERTIE GREGORY, streaming on Disney+ and Hulu and airing on National Geographic at 9/8c. The special follows Emmy®- and BAFTA-winning cinematographer and National Geographic Explorer Bertie Gregory (@BertieGregory) as he dives into Mexico’s Pacific waters to discover how protected seas can deliver a spectacle of one of the ocean’s most visually iconic sharks, the unmistakable hammerhead. Additional fin-tastic programming will roll out throughout the month across Nat Geo WILD, Nat Geo Mundo, Disney Channel and Disney XD, with select titles also streaming on Disney+ and Press Release
May 19, 2026 NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC BRINGS BEST OF THE WORLD FRANCHISE TO SCREENS WITH EMMY® WINNER ANTONI POROWSKI, UNVEILING TRAILER AND JUNE PREMIERE DATE Watch Trailer HERE Download Key Art HERE National Geographic has revealed the premiere date and official trailer for BEST OF THE WORLD WITH ANTONI POROWSKI, a new four-part travel docuseries premiering on National Geographic on June 7 at 9/8c with all episodes streaming next day on Disney+ and Hulu. Inspired by National Geographic’s acclaimed “Best of the World” franchise, the series follows Emmy winner Antoni Porowski, known for his food and culture storytelling, as he sets out to uncover what truly makes a destination unforgettable. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, he explores Mexico City, Paris, London and his hometown of New York City, seeking out the people, flavors and experiences that extend beyond the guidebook. Whether he’s getting rare access inside Big Ben’s Great Clock, sampling the generations old art of cheese making at Quatrehomme Paris, drifting off in a surreal dreamscape at Queztacoatl’s Nest in Mexico City or handing out medals alongside world-class volunteers Press Release
April 1, 2026 INSIDE ARTEMIS II: NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC AND ABC NEWS DELIVER COMPREHENSIVE ACCESS TO HUMANITY’S NEXT GIANT LEAP (WASHINGTON – April 1, 2026) As the countdown to Artemis II continues, marking humanity’s return to lunar space for the first time in more than 50 years, National Geographic and ABC News are joining together as the definitive destination for comprehensive, immersive coverage of the historic mission. Through a collaboration with NASA under a nonreimbursable Space Act Agreement, National Geographic is equipping Artemis II astronauts with ultracompact, specially designed cameras and audio systems to document life aboard the Orion spacecraft. These tools will capture intimate, first-person perspectives that will live across @NatGeo’s social media platforms, in Nat Geo’s dedicated Artemis digital hub (natgeo.com/artemis), in coverage across the iconic magazine, and, later this year, in a documentary special to bring audiences closer to the experience of traveling beyond Earth’s orbit. Together, National Geographic and ABC News will deliver a comprehensive view of Artemis II, pairing Nation Press Release
March 3, 2026 NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC RELEASES UN-BEE-LIEVEABLE TRAILER FOR SECRETS OF THE BEES, LED BY AWARD-WINNING NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC EXPLORER BERTIE GREGORY Trailer HERE Key art HERE National Geographic has announced the next installment of the Emmy®-winning “Secrets of” franchise, SECRETS OF THE BEES, with all episodes streaming April 1 on Disney+ and Hulu. The series will air on National Geographic on March 31 at 8/7c. Hosted and narrated by BAFTA and Emmy-winning National Geographic Explorer Bertie Gregory, SECRETS OF THE BEES uses groundbreaking filming technology to reveal the extraordinary world of bees. With the expertise of entomologist and fellow National Geographic Explorer Dr. Samuel Ramsey, the series uncovers their astonishing architecture and intelligence, unlocking their secrets and featuring never-before-filmed moments. “For its fifth anniversary, ‘Secrets of’ turns its lens to one of Earth’s smallest yet most vital heroes: bees,” says executive producer James Cameron. “Far more than pollinators, bees are socially complex, fast-thinking individuals and the most important insects on our planet. Their impact on the natural w Press Release
February 25, 2026 National Geographic Unveils Inaugural Creator Cohort Initiative, Cultivating a New Generation of Storytellers for the Creator Era Visuals Available HERE (WASHINGTON, D.C. – FEB. 25, 2026) As one of the world’s most followed brands on social media, with more than 800 million followers, National Geographic today announced its inaugural Creator Cohort campaign, bringing together eight emerging digital-first nonfiction storytellers whose highly engaged, multimillion strong communities span Instagram, TikTok and YouTube. Together, Nat Geo and these creators will engage a new generation of audiences across platforms, igniting their curiosity and strengthening their connections to the natural world. From wildlife conservationists and photographers to scientists and historians, the inaugural Creator Cohort campaign spotlights a dynamic group of eight exceptional digital natives whose storytelling aligns with National Geographic’s longstanding commitment to science and global understanding, as well as the exploration and protection of our natural world. Representing voices from across North America with global reach and Press Release
February 10, 2026 NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC DOCUMENTARY FILMS AND ABRAMORAMA UNVEIL TRAILER, COAST-TO-COAST THEATRICAL SIMULCAST, AND DISNEY+ AND HULU STREAMING DATE FOR WERNER HERZOG’S GHOST ELEPHANTS WATCH OR EMBED TRAILER DOWNLOAD KEY ART DOWNLOAD STILLS (WASHINGTON, LOS ANGELES, NEW YORK – Feb. 10, 2026) Today, National Geographic Documentary Films and Abramorama debuted the trailer for the feature-length documentary GHOST ELEPHANTS, directed, written and narrated by Werner Herzog (“Grizzly Man”) and produced by Ariel León Isacovitch and Herzog. Airing on National Geographic on Saturday, March 7, at 9/8c and streaming the next day, March 8, on Disney+ and Hulu, the film follows National Geographic Explorer Steve Boyes on an epic journey as he sets out with some of the last remaining master trackers in the world in pursuit of an animal long believed to be a myth. On Thursday, Feb. 26, Abramorama will host a one-night-only GHOST ELEPHANTS nationwide theatrical simulcast screening event followed by a live Q&A panel with Herzog and Boyes. Executive producer Brian Nugent will introduce the 7 p.m. public screening at the AMC Lincoln Square in Manhattan and join the panel discussion th Press Release
January 28, 2026 NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC NAMES TOP WELLNESS EXPERIENCES FOR 2026 **Spokespeople and Visuals Available** (WASHINGTON – Jan. 28, 2026) Looking for a wellness reset this year? Today, National Geographic unveiled its BEST OF THE WORLD 2026: WELLNESS EXPERIENCES list, spotlighting transformative travel destinations designed to boost well-being and renewal, and featuring a special pick from Emmy® Winner Antoni Porowski of Nat Geo’s upcoming BEST OF THE WORLD series. The new wellness-focused list expands upon National Geographic’s BEST OF THE WORLD 2026, the brand’s annual selection of the most awe-inspiring and immersive travel experiences. Thoughtfully curated by Nat Geo’s editors, travel contributors and international partners, each selection represents a unique wellness experience that has the power to boost, or even revive, travelers through a unique combination of natural elements, immune-boosting efforts, or ancient practices like yoga or pilgrimages. The list also features special selections from Emmy®-winner and New York Times bestselling author Press Release
December 11, 2025 JOURNEY THROUGH THE PLANET’S MOST EXTREME ENVIRONMENTS IN NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC’S NEW SERIES POLE TO POLE WITH WILL SMITH (WASHINGTON, D.C. – DEC. 11, 2025) This January, Will Smith takes audiences on the ultimate journey of discovery in the new National Geographic original series POLE TO POLE WITH WILL SMITH. The seven-part docuseries premieres Jan. 13 on National Geographic worldwide and streams next day on Disney+ globally and Hulu in the U.S. Five years in the making, the series follows Will across all seven continents, taking him from the icefields of Antarctica to the jungles of the Amazon, the mountains of the Himalayas, the deserts of Africa, the islands of the Pacific and the icebergs of the Arctic. Inspired by his late mentor to explore life’s big questions, Will throws himself into incredible challenges for 100 days: skiing to the South Pole, catching a giant anaconda, milking a venomous tarantula, climbing mountains, and diving under the ice of the North Pole. He will venture from pole to pole in the company of scientists, explorers and local experts. Told with a cinematic scale, access, and Press Release
December 10, 2025 NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC TURNS ITS BESTSELLING BOOK AND INFLUENTIAL ANNUAL BEST OF THE WORLD LIST INTO TRAVEL TV AND STREAMING SERIES, EXPLORING THE WORLD’S GREATEST CITIES IN BEST OF THE WORLD WITH ANTONI POROWSKI (WASHINGTON, D.C. – Dec. 10, 2025) – National Geographic announced today the greenlight of BEST OF THE WORLD WITH ANTONI POROWSKI, a vibrant new travel docuseries set to premiere in 2026 on National Geographic, Disney+ and Hulu. Inspired by National Geographic’s annual BEST OF THE WORLD list of travel recommendations and bestselling book, the four-part series follows Emmy®-winner and New York Times bestselling author Antoni Porowski on a deeply personal journey through Paris, Mexico City, London and New York City. Bringing his signature curiosity, humor and refined taste, Porowski takes the BEST OF THE WORLD list one step further to explore food, places to stay, wellness and hidden corners of each city. He plunges into unforgettable moments: learning the delicate precision of Paris’ most hyper-local and inventive Michelin-starred restaurant, paddling through centuries-old canals in Mexico City, and connecting with locals whose stories define what makes each city truly shine. Using Nat Press Release
