Nat Geo Plans Global TV Event

WASHINGTON: Alec Baldwin has signed on to narrate the seven-hour mini-series Great Migrations, which will debut globally on National Geographic Channels this fall.

The global programming event will take viewers on the journeys millions of animals undertake to ensure the survival of their species. Produced by National Geographic Television, the projects is three years in the making. The National Geographic Great Migrations team spent two and a half years in the field, traveling 420,000 miles in 20 countries and all seven continents to bring this first-of-its-kind production to television.

Additional hours of Great Migrations will include a special that investigates the science behind animal migration (airing as part of NGC’s signature series Explorer in the United States); a behind-the-scenes special on the advanced technology required to capture the footage and rare behaviors documented during the filming, as well as the challenges faced by the crew; and an hour-long visual concert comprised of the footage set to music. In addition to the seven hours of programming, Great Migrations content will be featured across the spectrum of National Geographic platforms, including magazine articles and maps, books, DVDs, mobile and iPhone apps, games, lectures, screenings, exhibits and tours, among others.

"Great Migrations is more than stunning imagery; it presents incredible stories about survival, family and life, and I can’t think of a better voice to take viewers along on these journeys than Alec Baldwin," said National Geographic Channel executive producer Char Serwa. "His skill at conveying the drama, range of emotions and compelling information all in one will only add to the viewer experience."