The Discovery Channel is a cable network that features primarily reality and documentary programming. It was founded in 1985 and has since grown to be the flagship station of Discovery Communications Inc. The network is popular among a wide range of people, especially those with an interest in science, technology and nature. Here are a few of the highest rated shows to air on the Discovery Channel.
Examining the Earth in a way that had never been done before, “Planet Earth” is one of the highest rated shows ever broadcast on the Discovery Channel. Consisting of 11 episodes, this short television series made its American television debut in March of 2007. Filmed in high-definition, each episode focuses on a different one of the Earth’s habitats. Filming all over the world, the producers made sure to include several scenes that had never been seen on television. The series won many awards, and record numbers of viewers tuned in to get a glimpse of the majesty and beauty of our world.
“Mythbusters” is not only one of the highest rated shows on the Discovery Channel, it’s one of the longest running as well. First airing in 2003, it is hosted by two special effects experts as they attempt to prove or disprove various myths, rumors, urban legends, tall tales and anything else that might not seem to be what it appears. At the end of each episode, the myth being tested is labeled as being busted, plausible or confirmed. Viewers enjoy seeing popularly held beliefs being put to the test, and since many of the experiments are too dangerous to perform at home, it’s better to let the experts handle it.
For real-life danger, it doesn’t get more intense than “Deadliest Catch.” Focusing on life aboard fishing vessels during crab season in the Bering Sea, it has been airing every year since 2005. Nominated for several Emmy awards, the show has been a consistently high performer for the Discovery Channel. Commercial crab fishing is one of the most dangerous occupations in the world, and “Deadliest Catch” gives viewers an up-close look at a world few will ever experience first hand.
While some are fishing for crab on top of the Bering Sea, others are searching for gold beneath it. Debuting in early 2012, “Bering Sea Gold” is not only one of the highest rated shows on the Discovery Channel, it was the highest rated series launch in Discovery Channel history. Gold fever is still alive.
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Examining the Earth in a way that had never been done before, “Planet Earth” is one of the highest rated shows ever broadcast on the Discovery Channel. Consisting of 11 episodes, this short television series made its American television debut in March of 2007. Filmed in high-definition, each episode focuses on a different one of the Earth’s habitats. Filming all over the world, the producers made sure to include several scenes that had never been seen on television. The series won many awards, and record numbers of viewers tuned in to get a glimpse of the majesty and beauty of our world.
“Mythbusters” is not only one of the highest rated shows on the Discovery Channel, it’s one of the longest running as well. First airing in 2003, it is hosted by two special effects experts as they attempt to prove or disprove various myths, rumors, urban legends, tall tales and anything else that might not seem to be what it appears. At the end of each episode, the myth being tested is labeled as being busted, plausible or confirmed. Viewers enjoy seeing popularly held beliefs being put to the test, and since many of the experiments are too dangerous to perform at home, it’s better to let the experts handle it.
For real-life danger, it doesn’t get more intense than “Deadliest Catch.” Focusing on life aboard fishing vessels during crab season in the Bering Sea, it has been airing every year since 2005. Nominated for several Emmy awards, the show has been a consistently high performer for the Discovery Channel. Commercial crab fishing is one of the most dangerous occupations in the world, and “Deadliest Catch” gives viewers an up-close look at a world few will ever experience first hand.
While some are fishing for crab on top of the Bering Sea, others are searching for gold beneath it. Debuting in early 2012, “Bering Sea Gold” is not only one of the highest rated shows on the Discovery Channel, it was the highest rated series launch in Discovery Channel history. Gold fever is still alive.
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