From Planet Earth to the Arab World: Asharq Discovery Brings Wildlife’s Biggest Titles
- Renowned titles ‘Planet Earth’, Big Cats 24/7’ and ‘Mammals’ are available now with Arabic subtitles exclusively on Asharq Discovery and Asharq NOW free-to-view.
As part of its ongoing mission to enrich the Arab audience’s experience through powerful, nature-focused storytelling, Asharq Discovery has launched an exclusive lineup of world-renowned wildlife documentaries — available for free viewing, exclusively on Asharq Discovery channel and Asharq NOW — cementing its position as the ultimate destination for the world’s most acclaimed wildlife content in the MENA region.
Featuring breathtaking cinematography and compelling narration, the lineup includes ’Planet Earth’, ‘Big Cats’, and ‘Mammals’ — presented for the first time with Arabic subtitles, and bringing the awe-inspiring beauty of the natural world to millions of viewers across the Middle East and North Africa.
Mohammed Al Yousei, General Manager of Asharq Documentary and Asharq Discovery commented: “Asharq Discovery aims to engage a wide range of viewers – from animal lovers and families to students and knowledge-seekers, and those who are passionate about exploring the planet up close and in high quality.
Through this exceptional lineup, we’re not only bringing globally acclaimed documentaries to the region but also aiming to foster a deeper connection with the natural world — through captivating visuals, rich visual storytelling, and a viewing experience tailored to the preferences of the Arab audience.”
The Wildlife Lineup Includes:
Planet Earth: a visually stunning journey into the planet’s wildest places, filmed in breathtaking 4K ultra–HD. Narrated by Sir David Attenborough, this groundbreaking sequel captures life on Earth like never before. Ten years after the original, nature’s raw beauty is back—more intimate, more epic, more unforgettable.
Big Cats 24/7: In the heart of Botswana’s Okavango Delta, a team of filmmakers tracks lions, leopards, and cheetahs around the clock for six intense months. Up-close, high-stakes, and raw—this is big cat life like you’ve never seen it.
Mammals: From the depths of the oceans to the extremes of frozen landscapes and scorching deserts, mammals have mastered every corner of the Earth. Narrated by Sir David Attenborough, this series unveils the extraordinary survival strategies and incredible adaptability behind the mammals that rule our planet.
These titles are also accessible via a dedicated Wildlife page on Asharq NOW, designed to provide a rich and immersive viewing experience.
