Nat Geo Sets Debut of Pole to Pole with Will Smith

The seven-part docuseries Pole to Pole with Will Smith, produced by Westbrook Studios, Nutopia and Protozoa, is slated to bow on January 13 on National Geographic, then begin streaming the next day on Disney+ globally and Hulu in the U.S.

“With Pole to Pole with Will Smith, we’re inviting audiences to see our planet through Will’s eyes—with all the wonder, humor and humanity he brings to every experience,” said Tom McDonald, executive VP of content at National Geographic. “It’s a thrilling adventure that embodies what National Geographic does best: combining jaw-dropping cinematography, powerful storytelling and a deeper understanding of how our world works—and why it matters.”

Inspired by his late mentor to explore life’s big questions, Smith embarks on a 100-day journey across the globe. Guided by scientists, explorers and local experts, he skis to the South Pole, catches a giant anaconda, milks a venomous tarantula, dives under the ice of the North Pole and much more.

“This journey was unlike anything I’ve ever done—at times I feared I might not make it home!” Smith said. “It’s an exploration not just of the planet’s edges, but of some of the most extraordinary people living there. From the coldest ice to the deepest jungles, the beauty of our world inspired my every step with awe and hope.”