CuriosityStream Preps New Jane Goodall Series

CuriosityStream has commenced production on the new original series Rescued Chimpanzees of the Congo with Jane Goodall (working title).

The five-part series, plus a one-hour special, is executive produced by CuriosityStream and Off the Fence Productions in conjunction with Dr. Goodall’s namesake organization, the Jane Goodall Institute (JGI). The series and accompanying special are filmed in a combination of 4K Ultra HD and HD, plus historical archive. They are set to launch on CuriosityStream in spring 2021.

Rescued Chimpanzees of the Congo with Jane Goodall will feature unprecedented access into the daily life and work of JGI’s Tchimpounga Chimpanzee Rehabilitation Center, interviews with and never-before-seen archival footage of Dr. Jane Goodall as well as her staff, and more than ten years of untold stories.

Allison Bean, Andrew Zikking and Debbie Hinnigan are executive producers for Off the Fence Productions. Debbie Hinnigan is also series producer. Jorge Franzini is executive producer for CuriosityStream. The Jane Goodall Institute USA Communications & Policy team will provide production support along with Dr. Rebeca Atencia as scientific advisor and creative consultant to the series and Fernando Turmo as wildlife videographer and producer.

Rob Burk, head of original content for CuriosityStream, said: “The behind-the-scenes access to Dr. Goodall’s teams trailblazing work at Tchimpounga combined with the insightful, emotional stories told in every episode will keep our viewers coming back for more. We’re thrilled to deliver unique perspectives and groundbreaking content, and we’re proud to collaborate with our longtime partners at Off the Fence to bring this series to CuriosityStream.”

Andrew Zikking, creative director for Off the Fence, said: “It’s compelling viewing with all the hallmarks of an epic CuriosityStream series—emotional, inspiring, educational and ultimately, uplifting. Working with the Jane Goodall Institute to bring this series to the screen has been an absolute passion-project for everyone involved. Just like Tchimpounga itself, this series is truly unique.”