Ryan Reynolds Unveils ‘Underdogs’ – A Hilarious Wildlife Series That Celebrates Nature’s Weirdest Creatures
Ryan Reynolds Underdogs is not your average wildlife documentary — it’s a bold, hilarious, and eye-opening celebration of the animal kingdom’s biggest misfits.
Known for his wit and charm, Ryan Reynolds has teamed up with National Geographic to narrate and executive-produce Underdogs, a five-part series that flips nature storytelling on its head. Forget majestic lions or graceful dolphins — Underdogs shines a light on the overlooked, the weird, and the gross. And yes, it rocks — quite literally, with music by Green Day.
What is Underdogs About?
Narrated by Ryan Reynolds, Underdogs explores animals at the bottom of the food chain. These include creatures with unusual mating rituals, disgusting defense mechanisms, and genius-level trickery. As Reynolds says, “We’re proud to elevate the unsung heroes of the natural world.”
Expect scenes like a glowing New Zealand cave lit by mucus-coated grubs or a honey badger that simply won’t die. The show promises never-before-seen animal behavior and a refreshing tone that’s more Deadpool than David Attenborough.
🎬 Episode Guide:
Superzeroes (June 15)
Meet apparently-pathetic animals with surprising abilities: the invisible glass frog, the near-indestructible honey badger, and the pistol shrimp — whose bubble attack matches the temperature of the sun’s surface.
Terrible Parents (June 15)
Reynolds explores the worst parents in nature. From geese laying eggs on cliff edges to koalas feeding poop to babies — it’s messy, hilarious, and oddly educational.
Sexy Beasts (June 22)
Courtship is wild. Literally. From the giant-nosed proboscis monkey to flying foxes’ elaborate foreplay, this episode shows that love is weird across all species.
The Unusual Suspects (June 22)
Animals who lie, cheat, and steal: the frogfish wears disguises, the macaque cons tourists, and the butt-biting jackal… well, you get the idea.
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Total Grossout (June 29)
Farts, mucus, glowing butts — Underdogs goes all in on the gross-out factor. Meet manatees using flatulence for buoyancy and gnats that trap prey with slime.
A Soundtrack You Won’t Forget
Green Day composed the show’s theme song — a first for any Nat Geo docuseries. And composer Harry Gregson-Williams adds depth to the score, bringing emotional nuance to the ridiculousness.
What Makes Underdogs Unique?
Unlike traditional nature documentaries, Underdogs mixes humor, sarcasm, and brilliant storytelling with authentic natural history. It’s produced by Wildstar in partnership with Maximum Effort, Ryan Reynolds’ production company, alongside National Geographic.
Where to Watch:
Underdogs premieres June 15 on Nat Geo, simulcast on ABC, and will stream next-day on Disney+ and Hulu.
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