Series synopsis
Secrets of the Whales is an American documentary television series that premiered on Disney+ on April 22, 2021. It ended on April 22, 2021. It stars Sigourney Weaver, James Cameron and Brian Skerry.
Sigourney Weaver guides viewers on a journey to the heart of whale culture to experience the extraordinary communication skills and intricate social structures of five different whale species. With the help of new science and technology, viewers witness whales making lifelong friendships, teaching clan heritage and traditions to their young and grieving deeply for the loss of loved ones.
Premise
Sigourney Weaver guides viewers on a journey to the heart of whale culture to experience the extraordinary communication skills and intricate social structures of five different whale species. With the help of new science and technology, viewers witness whales making lifelong friendships, teaching clan heritage and traditions to their young and grieving deeply for the loss of loved ones.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Sigourney Weaver as Self - Narrator (voice)
- James Cameron as Self
- Brian Skerry as Self
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 4 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 4 | April 22, 2021 | April 22, 2021 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Orca Dynasty Orcas across the globe use unique strategies to stay on top of the food chain. Patagonia's whales catch sea lions off the beach, New Zealand's orcas root out hidden stingrays, and Norway's sea giants master the tail slap. Witness five powerful orca matriarchs pass down their family hunting traditions to the next generation, preserving their way of life before the customs are lost forever. |
April 22, 2021 |
| 2 |
Humpback Song In a classroom that spans the world's oceans, from Alaska's herring-rich coastline to Antarctica's feeding grounds, humpback calves learn their family's traditions. Cooperative hunting strategies, the longest migrations of any known mammal and communicating through complex songs to find a mate are all lessons absorbed by the younger generation. |
April 22, 2021 |
| 3 |
Beluga Kingdom Beluga whales share their northern kingdom in Greenland with a mysterious cousin: the narwhal. Both species begin a thrilling adventure through a maze of sea ice to their ancestral summering grounds in the Canadian Arctic. Even though they follow ancient migration routes, trouble lurks around every corner. From freezing environments to fierce predators, only their shared knowledge and power of family can get them through safely. |
April 22, 2021 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | Disney+ |
|---|---|
| First aired | April 22, 2021 |
| Last aired | April 22, 2021 |
| Runtime | 45 minutes |
| Status | ended |