World of Discovery

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  • 1990
  • 1 Season
  • 8.1  (42)

World of Discovery is a factual television show produced by Content Media Corporation and first aired in 1990. The series brings viewers extraordinary adventures, journeys, and discoveries from around the world, with a particular focus on its people, places, and wildlife. The show features three renowned hosts, James Brolin, Richard Crenna, and Richard Kiley, who take viewers on a journey to explore different aspects of our incredible world.

James Brolin is the lead presenter of World of Discovery. He takes a deep dive into the fascinating animal kingdom, exploring everything from predators to prey, and from sea creatures to birds of prey. His approach is both informative and captivating, with his deep, booming voice adding an air of authority and gravitas to the show. Brolin learns from experts in the field, encountering amazing and rare creatures along the way.

Richard Crenna takes viewers on an exploration of human ingenuity and historical milestones. He examines key periods of human history, telling stories about the people and the events that shaped the world we live in today. His journey through the past is illustrated with vivid and stunning visual effects, making the past come alive in front of our eyes.

Finally, Richard Kiley takes viewers on a journey through the natural beauty of the world. He explores everything from the most stunning natural landscapes to the planet's hidden ecological wonders. Kiley's passion and love for nature is contagious, and he captures the enchanting scenery and incredible vistas in a way that is both informative and entertaining.

The show also includes interviews with experts in various fields, who provide insight on the topics presented. The producers of World Of Discovery always profile an array of individuals who possess a deep love and respect for the planet and it's inhabitants.

World of Discovery was filmed on location around the world. The production team traveled to everything from the African savanna to the Arctic Circle, capturing some of the most compelling footage ever shown on TV. The series was innovative in its use of technology, featuring aerial footage from helicopters and remote footage shot from the backs of animals to give a 360-degree view of the action.

Each episode of World of Discovery includes three distinct segments, covering different topics and themes. At the core of each segment is a fascinating story that takes viewers on an unforgettable journey through a world often unseen by the everyday person. The stories and footage shown on World of Discovery are both timely and important, conveying a message of respect and stewardship for our planet and its inhabitants.

Overall, World of Discovery is a groundbreaking television series that captivates audiences with its stunning visuals, informative narration, and stirring stories. It is a worth-watching series that gives viewers a glimpse of the wonderful world out there, encouraging them to care, appreciate and look after it.

World of Discovery is a series that ran for 1 seasons (21 episodes) between January 8, 1990 and on Content Media Corporation

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Seasons
Tales from the Tomb: Lost Sons of the Pharaoh
21. Tales from the Tomb: Lost Sons of the Pharaoh
January 11, 1997
In 1922, the world was electrified by the discovery in Egypt's Valley of the Kings of the sealed tomb of King Tutankhamun. Now, archaeologist Ken Weeks has located KV-5, Tomb #5, whose buried doorway reveals what is by far the biggest tomb in Egypt.
Polar Bears: Arctic Terror
20. Polar Bears: Arctic Terror
January 4, 1997
Fearsome, fascinating and immensely powerful, polar bears spellbind us with their massive size, voracious appetite and social behavior. These bold rulers of the north can grow 10 feet tall and weigh 1500 pounds.
Blue Whale:  Largest Animal On Earth
19. Blue Whale: Largest Animal On Earth
February 18, 1995
It weighs 300,00 pounds, the equivalent of 30 African elephants. It can measure over 100 feet in length. Its powerful 20-foot jaws take in 16,000 gallons of water in one gigantic gulp. It is the blue whale, nature's largest, most magnificent animal.
Tiger: Lord of the Wild
18. Tiger: Lord of the Wild
February 4, 1995
Beautiful, majestic, powerful and deadly, the tiger has thrived on the planet for countless centuries.
Last Charge of the Rhino
17. Last Charge of the Rhino
January 28, 1995
For more than sixty million years, the rhinoceros has roamed the earth. It is a stubborn "tank" of a beast whose nose mounted weaponry and armor of thick skin are links to its prehistoric past.
Orangutans: Children of the Forest
16. Orangutans: Children of the Forest
January 21, 1995
Didi is a seven-year-old living with her family in a high-rise apartment building in Taipei. Like others her age, she likes it here, but there's a hitch: Didi is an orangutan.
Earthquakes: The Terrifying Truth
15. Earthquakes: The Terrifying Truth
January 14, 1995
In the twentieth century, earthquakes have killed hundreds of thousands of people and caused billions of dollars in damage. Seismologists predict the worst is yet to come.
Australia's Outback:  Vanishing Frontier
14. Australia's Outback: Vanishing Frontier
January 7, 1995
Imagine being surrounded by a vast and rugged wilderness. No town, no stores, no human contact just you and your family plus 10,000 head of cattle.
Wolf: Return of a Legend
13. Wolf: Return of a Legend
January 2, 1993
Surrounded by centuries of myth and legend, the wolf has long been assumed to be a random predator, ruthlessly attacking its victims. The wolf was so universally hated that it was pushed to the brink of extinction.
Tall Ship: High Sea Adventure
12. Tall Ship: High Sea Adventure
November 23, 1991
Come aboard The Danmark, one of the world's foremost sailing ships and the pride of Copenhagen, for a remarkable journey across the stormy North Atlantic.
Powers of the Russian Psychics
11. Powers of the Russian Psychics
November 16, 1991
Until recently, the extraordinary phenomena of Russian parapsychology have been hidden from the eyes of the West. Now the icy veil of secrecy has melted and we can finally investigate their powerful and mystifying work.
Bikini: Forbidden Paradise
10. Bikini: Forbidden Paradise
November 9, 1991
In 1946, the United States ordered the 167 inhabitants of Bikini, a coral reef in the Marshall Islands of Micronesia, to evacuate their ancestral home. The United States government had chosen Bikini as the test site to detonate an atom bomb.
Chasing India's Monsoon
9. Chasing India's Monsoon
November 2, 1991
The air is heavy with anticipation as an entire country awaits their lifeblood the Monsoon. After months of sweltering heat it arrives with lightening, thunder, storm-force winds, and heavy, warm rain.
Shark Chronicles
8. Shark Chronicles
October 26, 1991
He has spent more time in the water filming sharks than probably any man alive. He is legendary filmmaker Al Giddings, the man behind the underwater action footage in The Abyss, The Deep, several James Bond movies and dozens of TV commercials and films.
Realm of the Serpent
7. Realm of the Serpent
February 18, 1990
There are more than 3000 species of snakes, and every one seems to scare man to death. For this rare, up-close look at the mysterious reptile, wildlife cinematographers traveled to the far corners of the earth to capture the serpent in its varied roles.
World Of Discovery - Earthquakes: The Terrifying Truth
6. World Of Discovery - Earthquakes: The Terrifying Truth
December 21, 2012
World of Discovery - Earthquakes: The Terrifying Truth In the twentieth century, earthquakes have killed hundreds of thousands of people and caused billions of dollars in damage. Seismologists predict the worst is yet to come. With the help of astonishing footage and interviews, the show reveals the shocking and frightening secrets of this natural killer. You'll discover why New Yorkers and Bostonians should fear earthquakes just as much as Californians, why Tokyo could literally burn to the ground at any time, why Los Angeles could experience another major quake soon, and what will happen if the "Big One" hits. As seen on ABC. Narrated by Graham Greene.
The Secret Life of 118 Green Street
5. The Secret Life of 118 Green Street
February 4, 1990
The Herbert's house at 118 Green Street looks normal enough - a mom, dad, two kids, the family dog and a goldfish named Sushi. But look closer and you'll see that the Herberts aren't home alone they're surrounded by billions of uninvited houseguests.
Beautiful Killers
4. Beautiful Killers
January 28, 1990
In the wild, the killer whale is dangerous to all prey. In captivity, however, it is the source of great wonder and joy to man. An Orca is often essential to the success of a marine park.
World Of Discovery - Australia's Outback: Vanishing Frontier
3. World Of Discovery - Australia's Outback: Vanishing Frontier
November 5, 2008
World of Discovery - Australia's Outback: Vanishing Frontier Imagine being surrounded by a vast and rugged wilderness. No town, no stores, no human contact - just you and your family plus 10,000 head of cattle. That's life for the McBean's on the huge cattle ranch known as Bradshaw Station, one of Australia's last bastions of unspoiled bush country. This documentary brings you twelve months in the hard-working life of this magnificent place. You'll discover life much like it was during America's frontier days. Breathtaking footage reveals the rough, rewarding adventures of a truly unique lifestyle. Narrated by Mel Gibson. As seen on ABC.
Crocodile's Revenge
2. Crocodile's Revenge
January 14, 1990
The swamps, rivers and marshes of Australia's northern region are home to the world's largest and most dangerous reptile: the salt-water crocodile. Close to extinction just decades ago, this fearless predator is back with a vengeance.
Indestructible People
1. Indestructible People
January 8, 1990
The normal life cycle: we are born, we live and we die. But what happens when life's unfortunate incidents cause loss of limb or control of our bodies? Technology is coming to the aid of people...
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Where to Watch World of Discovery
World of Discovery is available for streaming on the Content Media Corporation website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch World of Discovery on demand at Amazon.
  • Premiere Date
    January 8, 1990
  • IMDB Rating
    8.1  (42)
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