National Geographic Premieres Ryan Reynolds-Narrated Underdogs Series

National Geographic's new five-part wildlife docu-series "Underdogs," narrated by Ryan Reynolds, spotlights the lesser-known, quirky, and often bizarre creatures of the animal kingdom, celebrating their unique behaviors such as unusual mating strategies, surprising superpowers, and dubious parenting. The series combines stunning visuals with witty narration to elevate these overlooked animals, including glass frogs, pistol shrimp, and glowing cave-dwelling grubs, into the spotlight. Produced by Reynolds' Maximum Effort in partnership with Emmy and BAFTA-winning Wildstar Films, the show employs advanced camera technologies to capture unprecedented footage, facilitating a blend of empathy and humor in storytelling. The creators emphasize that "Underdogs" flips conventional nature documentaries by focusing on animals that keep ecosystems functioning behind the scenes rather than iconic predators. Filming involved challenging environments and innovative techniques, such as motion-controlled rigs to mimic animal movements and capturing glowworm caves in New Zealand. With Reynolds' engaging narration and the filmmakers' passion, the series makes nature's unsung heroes both educational and entertaining.