The Americas

The Americas

2025
8.3
1 Seasons
Documentary

A showcase of the wonders, secrets and fragilities of the Americas, narrated by Tom Hanks.

Season

Episodes

Episode 1
Ep 1

The Atlantic Coast

The Atlantic Coast, where wild horses battle, bald eagles chase ospreys and sharks protect fish. Raccoons navigate city life and black bears search for food in ancient forests.

Episode 2
Ep 2

Mexico

Mexico, where deserts meet tropics. See new footage of fledgling pygmy owls, orca hunting, new species in flooded caves and orchid bees filmed in incredible detail.

Episode 3
Ep 3

The Wild West

The Wild West, where coyotes face a snowbound Yellowstone, bison battle on the plains and more.

Episode 4
Ep 4

The Amazon

The Amazon, the largest rainforest on Earth; drone footage captures giant otters hunting together while black caimans prey on newly hatched turtles; a harpy eagle chick's first days in the canopy and army ants on the move reveal new behaviors.

Episode 5
Ep 5

The Frozen North

The Frozen North, where wolves and polar bears vie for food, hares outsmart lynx and walrus sing on rocky shores. As summer arrives, grouse perform mating dances, caribou migrate vast distances and salmon race upstream to survive.

Ep 6

The Gulf Coast

As “The Gulf Coast” unfolds, viewers will witness the delicate balance of life in this coastal paradise. From migratory birds and sea turtles to the vibrant marine life beneath the waves, each moment will reveal the interconnectedness of the ecosystem. This episode is sure to resonate with nature lovers and anyone curious about the wonders of North America.

Ep 7

Andes

The Andes, Earth's longest mountain range, where rare hummingbirds compete for mates and more.

Ep 8

The Caribbean

Ep 9

The West Coast

Ep 10

The Patagonia

Cast

Tom Hanks

Tom Hanks

Self - Narrator (voice)