National Parks

Venturing across world-famous and lesser-known national parks to reveal the diversity and wonder of the United States, from the lush valley floors of Yosemite to the constantly erupting volcanoes of Hawai'i.

Narrated by former President Barack Obama, this stunning docuseries shines the spotlight on some of the planet's most spectacular national parks.

Filmed over the course of more than six years at some of nature's most spectacular locales – from Acadia to Yosemite, Yellowstone to the Grand Canyon, the Everglades of Florida to the Gates of the Arctic in Alaska - “The National Parks: America's Best Idea” is nonetheless a story of people: people from every conceivable background – rich and poor; famous and unknown; soldiers and scientists; natives and newcomers; idealists, artists and entrepreneurs; people who were willing to devote themselves to saving some precious portion of the land they loved, and in doing so reminded their fellow citizens of the full meaning of democracy.

A celebration of the natural wonder and power of nature in our backyard. From iconic places to secret gems, this series will open the gateways for all to explore the breadth of the beauty and tranquility

Witness remote and exotic wonders as you explore the wild, timeless Australia seen by so few. Encounter dazzling wildlife and trek through glorious landscapes like no other on Earth.

In this film Bert Haanstra shows how important the formation of national parks is for the protection of nature.

From mighty peaks, formed by powerful natural forces, to one of the last largely intact floodplain landscapes in central Europe; from vast, sunbaked plains that provide refuge for innumerable creatures have only recently returned to the ravines of the border regions – Austria’s national parks were created to protect some of the most diverse, captivating landscapes and fascinating species at the heart of the European continent.

In an increasingly urban nation, Canada’s national parks are a treasured escape into extraordinary beauty and rugged wilderness. If the Group of Seven were an introduction to the landscape’s majesty, National Parks Project is the next logical chapter. Fifty-two contemporary artists from across the country, whose talents are as diverse as the parks they set out to explore, used their surroundings as a source of inspiration to blend musical and cinematic skills into collaboratively crafted vignettes. Epic in its ambition to celebrate these locales during Parks Canada’s centennial year, this omnibus film resonates with the knowledge that our unprotected land is more vulnerable than ever. Including films by Zacharius Kunuk, Peter Lynch, Sturla Gunnarsson and John Walker, and music by Sarah Harmer, Sam Roberts, Cadence Weapon and The Besnard Lakes, among many others, National Parks Project is a one-of-a-kind documentary experience.

An epic journey from the geysers of Yellowstone to the rugged Pacific coast of the Olympic peninsula, from the hot desert of Saguaro to the icy Gates of the Arctic, from the subtropical sea of grass in the Everglades to the world-famous peaks of Yosemite and from the mystic Smoky Mountains to the biggest gorge on Earth: the Grand Canyon.

Narrated by Academy Award winner Robert Redford, National Parks Adventure takes audiences on the ultimate off-trail adventure into the nation’s awe-inspiring great outdoors and untamed wilderness. Immersive IMAX 3D cinematography takes viewers soaring over red rock canyons, hurtling up craggy mountain peaks and into other-worldly realms found within America’s most legendary outdoor playgrounds, including Yellowstone, Glacier National Park, Yosemite, and Arches. Celebrate the 100-year anniversary of the national parks with world-class mountaineer Conrad Anker, adventure photographer Max Lowe and artist Rachel Pohl as they hike, climb and explore their way across America’s majestic parks in an action-packed expedition that will inspire the adventurer in us all.

By using special cameras and techniques, David Fortney has captured the beauty of these parks in ways never seen before. Fluid, masterful camera work and serial photography gives you the sensation of soaring over and through the landscape.

Venture across world-famous and lesser-known national parks to reveal the diversity and wonder of the United States, from the lush valley floors of Yosemite to the constantly erupting volcanoes of Hawai'i.

Heart of the World delves into the true wonder and beauty of nature, taking us through the centuries of some of the most spectacular sights on earth - Colorado's National Parks. With stunning photography of the parks filmed throughout the seasons, these three hour-long episodes explore the geological history of each park, the forces of nature that changed them, and the people they have inspired.

Each year millions of people from around the world visit America's National Parks lured by images of lands of wonder beyond expression. This exhilarating program discovers the very best places to gaze at geysers, spot wildlife, mountain climb, spelunk, walk in the water, and even tie the knot! National Parks featured in this program include: Acadia in Maine, Capitol Reef in Utah, Crater Lake in Oregon, Death Valley in California, Denali in Alaska, Everglades in Florida, Glacier in Montana, Grand Canyon in Arizona, Grand Teton in Wyoming, Haleakala in Hawaii, Hawaii Volcanoes in Hawaii, Mammoth Cave in Kentucky, Mt. Rainier in Washington, Yellowstone in Wyoming, Yosemite in California, and Zion in Utah.

From California’s Sierra Nevada to South Dakota’s Badlands, from the depths of the Grand Canyon to the peaks of the Olympic Mountains, explore over 30 national park areas.

Experience the splendor of untamed America. For the first time, view all 58 of America's National Parks, shot in stunning High Definition and by acclaimed filmmaker, Dennis Burkhart featured on PBS, and Discovery Channel. NBC showcases the unrivaled grandeur and vastness of America's rare lands. Discover the true beauty of your America.

Experience Yosemite's awe-inspiring wonders, including such icons as the granite monoliths El Capitan and Half Dome, and the spectacular Bridal Veil and Yosemite Falls. Learn about Yosemite's fascinating history as the first land set aside for preservation. From a staggering array of wildlife to its sweeping landscape that inspired John Muir and photographer Ansel Adams, you'll discover why Yosemite is called one of America's Crown Jewels.

Encounter nature’s sculpted steamy terraces, sputtering and bubbling geysers, and petrified trees. Meet the year-round residents of the parks: bears, bison, beavers, bald eagles, coyotes, playful otters, and some of the world’s largest elk herds. Relive a rich history, from original Indian inhabitants to the earliest explorers. And witness the variety of summer and winter activities that bring visitors back again and again. Mammoth Hot Springs. Old Faithful. Yellowstone Lake. Hayden Valley. Specimen Ridge. Norris Geyser Basin, the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone. Inspiration Point. Artist Point. History of the Native-American Inhabitants and Explorers. Wildlife. Extra Features: Wolves Return to Yellowstone. Wild Fires in Yellowstone.