NEW YORK, NY — Have you ever wanted to take an awe-inspiring journey narrated by the one-and-only Tom Hanks along the only supercontinent Earth ever had to wrap around the poles? “The Americas” takes viewers on a stunning 10-part event series, exploring terrain, wildlife, and the untold stories of a vast landmass. With a double episode premiere at 7 p.m. ET/PT on NBC, the unhindered series will be simulcast on sister networks Bravo, CNBC, E!, SYFY, and USA and missed the live airing. Have no fear; episodes will stream on Peacock the following day.
From the minds behind celebrated productions like “Planet Earth II” and “Dynasties” — the legendary producer Mike Gunton — and in partnership with BBC Studios Natural History Unit, “The Americas” is groundbreaking filmmaking. Over five years and 180 expeditions, the ambitious initiative has deployed state-of-the-art technology to document never-before-seen behaviors and to unveil the secret lives of the continent’s rich biodiversity. From the Atlantic Coast to the dramatic topography of Patagonia, each hourlong episode features one iconic landmark that’s explored through stunning beauty and extraordinary stories about the wildlife inhabiting its various ecosystems.
The viewing experience is elevated with a sweeping score composed by Oscar® and Grammy Award-winning Hans Zimmer. This illuminating adventure is made possible by the steady support of Volkswagen of America, which has solidified the series’ international prominence.
Joining this series is “The Making of ‘The Americas,'” a special episode that gives an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the crew’s challenges and successes. The special, airing exclusively on Peacock on
Monday, April 21, shares the dedication, fieldcraft, humor, heart, and innovation that converged to deliver one of the most ambitious wildlife series ever. Audiences will hear firsthand how the crew faced harsh weather, treacherous filming locations, and extraordinary wildlife—like striking an unlikely friendship between a wild puma and its decades-long cameraman or filming breathtaking cinematography from the backs of whales.
Get to know “The Americas,” a show that claims to bind together millions of people and the wonders, secrets, and fragilities of Earth’s most diverse chunk of land. With Tom Hanks giving voice-over guidance
