In case it wasn’t clear by now,James Cameronreally loves the deep sea. In addition to setting some of his films underwater, the filmmaker has spent decades exploring the sea, collaborating with National Geographic for documentaries likeGhost of the AbyssandAliens of the Deep. While we all wait for theAvatar 2trailer to finally come out, Cameron is returning to the water once again forSecrets of the Whales, National Geographic’s new Disney+ documentary series, which is produced by Cameron and narrated byAvatar 2starSigourney Weaver.
National Geographic has released a trailer for its upcoming original series, which will plunge viewers “deep within the epicenter of whale culture to reveal the mysterious and beautiful world of five different whale species: orcas, humpbacks, belugas, narwhals, and sperm whales.”
Additionally, Disney+ notes the four-part series filmed over three years and across 24 locations “ventures deep into the world of whales to witness the extraordinary communication skills and intricate social structures to reveal life and love from their perspective,” and will unveil “new science and technology to spotlight whales as they make lifelong friendships, teach clan heritage and traditions to their young, and grieve deeply for the loss of loved ones.”
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Cameron and Weaver are currently still making the many sequels to theAvatarfranchise, as Weaver is set to come back to the franchise despite the small issue of her character, Dr. Grace Augustine, having died in the first film. Sticking to his maritime theme, a plethora of photos from the set ofAvatarwere released throughout last year, showcasing Cameron’s underwater filming technology and a massive boat that will play a part in the film. Most recently, it was announced that the first Avatar will get a surprise theatrical re-release in China, which will likely bring the film back to the top spot asthe highest-grossing worldwide film.
Secrets of the Whalesis produced for National Geographic by Red Rock Films. For Red Rock Films,Brian ArmstrongandShannon Malone-DeBenedictisare executive producers. For Earthship, Cameron andMaria Wilhelmare executive producers andKim Buttsis associate producer. For National Geographic,Pamela Caragolis executive producer. The series is scored by composerRaphaelle Thibaut.
Secrets of the Whalespremieres on Disney+ on Earth Day, April 22. you may watch the trailer and check out the poster below:
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