Underdogs OTT Release Date: Ryan Reynolds is back, but this time, he’s not playing a superhero or a snarky hitman. He’s lending his voice (and signature humour) to a new National Geographic show called Underdogs. And guess what? It’s not about lions, tigers, or pandas. It’s about the weird, wonderful, and totally ignored creatures of the animal world.

Premiering on June 15, 2025, at 9 PM ET/PT on National Geographic and ABC, the series will be available for streaming the same day on Disney+ (JioHotstar in India) and Hulu.

This show is all about the “nobodies” of the animal kingdom. We’re talking about the slimy, awkward, bizarre, and often hilarious creatures most people don’t care about. But these animals are doing some seriously cool (and gross) stuff to survive and thrive. You’ll see:

Basically, it’s nature like you’ve never seen before.

Ryan Reynolds not only narrates Underdogs but also serves as an executive producer through his company, Maximum Effort. The series is a collaborative effort with Wildstar Films, known for their expertise in wildlife storytelling. The production team includes Vanessa Berlowitz, Mark Linfield, Dan Rees, George Dewey, Ashley Fox, Patrick Gooing, Bengt Anderson, and Tracy Rudolph Jackson.

The theme song is penned by rock band Green Day, while the score is composed by Henry Gregson-Williams, whose previous works include Shrek, The Martian, and Gladiator 2.

Episode Breakdown

Here’s what each episode covers:

So if you’re bored of lions and penguins and want to learn about the little guys who don’t usually get the spotlight, this one’s for you. Catch Underdogs on Nat Geo starting June 15 or stream it on JioHotstar. Your inner animal nerd will thank you.

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