Over two extraordinary years, National Geographic Explorer Bertie Gregory discovered never-before-filmed secret traditions, surprising intelligence and close-knit societies of penguins. This astonishing series reveals they are more like us than we ever dreamed, from their powerful friendships to the courageous risk-takers using ingenuity and innovation in some of the world's most extreme places.
Cast: Blake Lively, Bertie Gregory
Miniseries
3 episodes
1. Heart of the EmperorsIn Antarctica, emperor penguin societies reveal mysterious bonds forged from birth. These bonds are the secret to surviving their extreme world.TV-PGCC47minApr 20, 2025
2. Survival of the SmartestThe banded penguins venture far beyond their icy homes, mastering deserts, tropical islands—and even city life—to become perhaps the smartest of all.TV-PGCC43minApr 20, 2025
3. Rebels with a CauseIn the Southern Ocean, courageous penguins break the rules to find their edge. Taking risks helps make them the most successful of all.TV-PGCC47minApr 20, 2025
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Secrets of the Penguins
Over two extraordinary years, National Geographic Explorer Bertie Gregory discovered never-before-filmed secret traditions, surprising intelligence and close-knit societies of penguins. This astonishing series reveals they are more like us than we ever dreamed, from their powerful friendships to the courageous risk-takers using ingenuity and innovation in some of the world's most extreme places.
Creators and cast
- Directors
- Ashley Lorenzo-Feldman
- Created by
- James Cameron, Ruth Roberts, Martin Williams, Bertie Gregory
- Studio
- Talesmith, National Geographic, Lightstorm Earth
Maturity rating
TV-PGCheck the rating before watching with younger viewers.
