Series synopsis
Secrets of the Octopus is an American documentary television series that premiered on National Geographic on April 21, 2024. It ended on April 21, 2024. It stars Alexandra Schnell, Paul Rudd and James Cameron.
Octopuses are like aliens on Earth: three hearts, blue blood and the ability to squeeze through a space the size of their eyeballs. But there is so much more to these weird and wonderful animals. Intelligent enough to use tools or transform their bodies to mimic other animals and even communicate with different species, the secrets of the octopus are more extraordinary than we ever imagined.
Premise
Octopuses are like aliens on Earth: three hearts, blue blood and the ability to squeeze through a space the size of their eyeballs. But there is so much more to these weird and wonderful animals. Intelligent enough to use tools or transform their bodies to mimic other animals and even communicate with different species, the secrets of the octopus are more extraordinary than we ever imagined.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Alexandra Schnell as Self - Presenter
- Paul Rudd as Narrator (voice)
- James Cameron as Self
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 3 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 3 | April 21, 2024 | April 21, 2024 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Shapeshifters Whether transforming their body shape and color to disappear or mimicking their deadliest enemy. Octopus use shapeshifting superpowers to survive. |
April 21, 2024 |
| 2 |
Masterminds Deeply curious, strategic, and super smart – the octopus is one of nature's ultimate problem solvers. |
April 21, 2024 |
| 3 |
Social Networkers The octopus was thought to be nature's ultimate loner – now its secret social life is revealed. |
April 21, 2024 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | National Geographic |
|---|---|
| First aired | April 21, 2024 |
| Last aired | April 21, 2024 |
| Runtime | 42 minutes |
| Status | ended |
| Schedule | Sunday at 20:00:00 |