Will Smith Goes Global in National Geographic’s Epic New Series Pole to Pole

National Geographic has officially unveiled the first trailer for its ambitious new documentary series, Pole to Pole with Will Smith, and it’s shaping up to be one of the most visually stunning and emotionally resonant travel adventures in recent memory. Set to begin streaming in January 2026, the series marks a massive, five-years-in-the-making journey that takes Will Smith across all seven continents in just 100 days, promising endurance, discovery, and hope at the very edges of the planet.

 

The trailer teases an awe-inspiring expedition that runs from the frozen icefields of Antarctica to the dense jungles of the Amazon, the towering Himalayas, the vast African deserts, remote Pacific islands, and the icy extremes of the Arctic. Along the way, Will doesn’t just observe—he participates. From skiing to the South Pole and diving beneath Arctic ice to facing off with a giant anaconda and milking a venomous tarantula, the series leans fully into physical challenge and raw experience.

 

What elevates Pole to Pole with Will Smith beyond a typical celebrity travel show is its strong scientific and cultural focus. Guided by scientists, explorers, and local experts, Will takes part in groundbreaking research while forming deep human connections with indigenous communities. Encounters with the Amazon’s Waorani people and Africa’s San community highlight generations of wisdom, resilience, and sustainable living—offering timely lessons about humanity’s future on a rapidly changing planet.

 

Inspired by his late mentor to explore life’s biggest questions, Will Smith approaches the journey with curiosity and humility. The series blends breathtaking cinematography with thoughtful storytelling, balancing entertainment with education. While celebrity-led nature documentaries have become increasingly popular on streaming platforms, this one stands out for its scale, sincerity, and meaningful purpose.

 

Directed by Tom Barbor-Might and Dionne Bromfield and produced by Beki Henderson, the series is made by Westbrook Studios, Nutopia, and Protozoa for National Geographic. The show will debut on Disney+ UK starting January 14, 2026, with hopes that a global rollout will follow soon for international audiences eager to join the adventure.

 

With its mix of science, survival, culture, and cinematic beauty, Pole to Pole with Will Smith looks ready to inspire viewers to reconnect with the planet—and with each other. If the trailer is any indication, this is one journey worth taking from the comfort of your screen.

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