Irwin Rosten
Director
National Geographic Specials (1965)
1982
For decades, the National Geographic Society has presented specials on nature, foreign culture, scientific breakthroughs, and things which fall under the general category of "neat stuff." Each special is self-contained.
Released Sept. 10, 1965
Episode 47 min
14+
Genres: Documentary, History
Keywords: imdb.nature, imdb.famous-opening-theme, awards.emmy-award-winner, awards.emmy-award-nominated
Network: National Geographic
Country: United States
Languages:
English
S18E1 - The Sharks
A special expedition to study these fish of legend and challenge myths surrounding them. Journeys in a specially designed cage to observe sharks at close range, experimenting with a stainless steel suit to survive a shark attack.
Jan. 13, 1982, midnight
S18E2 - Egypt: Quest for Eternity
Documentary about ancient Egypt, its temples, paintings and art, and how these old treasures are being endangered by modern civilization. Also shown are the Nile river, the Luxor and Karnak temples, the Sphynx, the Great Pyramids of Giza, the river path to the Land of the Dead, the pharaohs and queens' tombs, as well as egyptologysts' interpretation of Ancient Egypt mysteries.
Jan. 20, 1982, midnight
S18E3 - Polar Bear Alert
Shows how Canadians learn to coexist with the polar bears that migrate each year through their town.
March 10, 1982, midnight
S18E4 - The Thames
Deals with the history of England as seen through places located near the Thames River.
April 7, 1982, midnight
National Geographic
47 min/ep
47 min
Sept. 10, 1965
Aug. 18, 2010, midnight
Returning Series
TV-14 / 14+
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