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About Explorer
Explorer, the longest-running documentary series in cable television history, honored with nearly 60 Emmys and hundreds of other awards, continues as a series of major specials on the National Geographic Channel. In the course of more than two thousand films, Explorer has taken viewers to more than 120 countries, opening a window on hidden parts of the world, unlocking mysteries both ancient and modern, and investigating stories of science, nature, and culture.The Making of "The Man Who Can Fly"
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Exclusive Behind-the-Scenes Documentary
This nine-part Web-only documentary takes you behind the scenes of the incredible story of Dean Potter. Follow along his journey leading up to his final jump and get exclusive insight from the film crew.
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Featured Explorer Special
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Lost Leonardo Discovered?
A lost da Vinci mural may be hidden behind a wall in Florence.
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Nat Geo TV Blogs
- Witness: Joplin Tornado
- Fish Tank Kings: Pimp My Tank
- Lessons From Locked Up Abroad: Escaping Your Captors
- Amish Out of Order Recap With Mose: 9-5 Amish
- The Untamed Americas Photo Contest: Week One Photos
- Greetings from Yellowstone!
- Who’s the Villain? Dave vs. Paul
- Extreme Civil War Reenactors
- Lessons From Locked Up Abroad: Running From the Law in Argentina
- Amish Out of Order Recap With Mose: Can’t Go Home Again
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Watch Full Episodes
Find full episodes of your favorite National Geographic Channel shows and watch online.
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Amazing Videos
Next stop, everywhere! Explore a universe of amazing video from National Geographic shows!
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Explorer: 25 Years
Explorer has taken viewers to more than 120 countries, unlocking mysteries both ancient and modern, and investigating amazing and powerful stories of science, wildlife, and human nature.
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