Nat Geo TV Guide & Broadcast Schedule

united states

12:00 AM

Destruction Decoded

Expeditions: Uncover gripping stories of vanished explorers and daring adventurers facing fierce storms: Amelia Earhart's flight and the 1996 Everest disaster. (6 of 9)

1h
1:00 AM

Hitler's War Machines

Hitler's megalomania led him to construct the ultimate deep-sea destroyer, the largest tank the world has ever seen and a fighter jet that inspired a revolution in aerial warfare. 7+

1h
2:00 AM

Air Crash Investigation

Taxiway Turmoil: The pilots' personal lives come under scrutiny after eight people are killed in a two-plane collision on a foggy Detroit runway. (S19, ep 4) 7+

1h
3:00 AM

9/11: Inside The Pentagon

On the 15th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks, survivors and first responders at the Pentagon share their raw and vivid recollections of the day that forever changed the world. 12+

1h
4:00 AM

New: 9/11 Reunited

10:15 AM September 11 - 7:45 September 12: Firefighter Bill reunites with the family of a fallen colleague, while John McLoughlin thanks the rescuers who helped save his life. (3 of 3) 7+

1h
5:00 AM

Air Crash Investigation

9/11: the Plane That Hit the Pentagon: In a special episode, we revisit the 9/11 terrorist attacks that left thousands dead and the investigation that followed. 12+. (S15, ep 2)

1h
6:00 AM

Air Crash Investigation

Slammed To The Ground: Delta Airlines Flight 191 hit a storm. A strong gale slammed the plane to the ground, killing all on board. Can plane designers ever overcome microburst winds? 12+

1h
7:00 AM

Inside Sydney Airport

Hazards: Lightning has struck an incoming flight. As engineers assess the damage, high winds lead to runway closures and another plane starts leaking a potentially dangerous liquid. 7+

1h
8:00 AM

Northwoods Survival

You Guessed it, Winter is Coming: Margot and her canine friends continue their pioneering trapping adventure, pushing deeper into the rugged Yukon backcountry. (S2, ep 3)

1h
9:00 AM

Mysteries Of Ancient Medicine

Mummy Medicine, King of Poisons, Maya Sweat Baths: Experts explore bizarre ancient cures, from powdered mummies and arsenic remedies to Maya healing rituals. (S1, ep 4)

1h
9:55 AM

Money Meltdown

Fight Of Flight: Diego races against the clock to pull apart a plane. Rich sees dollar signs when a shop owner offers him 1,000 phones. Could there be money in old mobiles? (S1, ep 10) 7+

1h
10:20 AM

Food Factory

Fries with a Twist: Get an insider's look at the making of curly fries, red velvet cakes, vegetable potpies, and so many more of your favourites! (S3, ep 15) 7+

1h
10:45 AM

Food Factory

Plenty of Fish: Get an insider's look at the making of fish fingers, sweet potato fries, cookie dough batter, and so much more! Suitable for all audiences. (S3, ep 16) 7+

1h
11:10 AM

When Sharks Attack...And Why

Panic In Paradise: Sharks are terrorizing the waters of a popular Mexican tourist destination. Scientists work to uncover the cause of the mysterious attacks. (S2, ep 3) 7+

1h
11:35 AM

When Sharks Attack...And Why

Summer of Sharks: Five beachgoers are bitten within a 22-mile stretch of coastline. Scientists are on a mission to discover the reason behind the mysterious spike. (S2, ep 4)

1h
2:00 PM

Cruise TV With LoveitBookit

Your one-stop-shop for all things cruise; bringing you the hottest destinations, ground-breaking ships and the latest deals to ensure your next cruise is your greatest one!

1h
3:00 PM

Air Crash Investigation

Deadly Test: Experts investigate why XL Airways Germany Flight 888T spiralled into the Mediterranean sea in 2008. What deadly flaw was the Airbus hiding? 7+

1h
4:00 PM

Air Crash Investigation

Qantas 32: Titanic In The Sky: On 4 November 2010, the pilots of Qantas Flight 32 had to deal with a series of failures when an explosion tore apart an engine on their A380. 7+

1h
5:00 PM

Engineering By Catastrophe

Atomic Power: Explore the power and peril of nuclear energy, from zero-carbon grids to the disasters that reshaped safety at Chernobyl, Fukushima and TMI. (S1, ep 6) 7+

1h
6:00 PM

Car S.O.S

VW Wizard: The hosts come to the rescue of their first ever-custom car: a radically modified VW Beetle called a VW Wizard. (S9, ep 3) 7+

1h
7:00 PM

Ultimate Airport Dubai

Go behind the scenes at one of the world's busiest airports. Staff are forced to deal with tens of angry passengers delayed by bad weather. (S3, ep 2) 7+

1h
8:00 PM

Air Crash Investigation

Pitch Battle: After a long maintenance stop, the pilots of Colgan Air 9446 struggle to stay in the air - eventually nosediving into the waters off Cape Cod. (8 of 10) 7+

1h
9:00 PM

Anne Frank: The Nazi Capture

On August 4, 1944, Anne Frank and seven others were found and arrested by the Gestapo. Now, their story is being told from a new perspective: that of Anne's captors, the Nazis.

1h
10:00 PM

Dark Nazi Secrets

Nazi Secrets: Marine archaeologists investigate the lost wrecks of World War II as they investigate the Nazi secrets that are hidden under water. (S1, ep 2) 7+

1h
11:00 PM

Lost Treasures Of Ancient Greece

Legend Of Hercules: Archaeologists explore new discoveries at Olympia and Gibraltar to uncover the truth behind the legends of Hercules. (S1, ep 5) 7+

1h
12:00 AM

Collapses Decoded

Collapses: Explore the tragic footbridge disaster in Morbi in 2022 to the catastrophic building collapse in Savar, Bangladesh, in 2013. (7 of 9) 7+

1h
1:00 AM

Nazi Megastructures: Battle Ready

Lines of Defence: A look at Hitler's deadly defences. The Siegfried Line held off US forces for six months, while the ambitious Atlantic Wall faced the ultimate test on D-Day.

1h
2:00 AM

Air Crash Investigation

Runway Breakup: The pilots blamed bad weather when their plane slammed into the ground, but investigators discovered a very different cause of the crash. (S19, ep 5)

1h
3:00 AM

Car S.O.S

Triumph Bonneville: Tim and Fuzz leave four wheels behind to tackle the ambitious restoration of a 1973 Triumph Bonneville motorbike, belonging to ex-postmaster Ian. (S14, ep 3) 7+

1h
4:00 AM

Car S.O.S

Austin-Healey Frogeye Sprite: Tim and Fuzz face a mission: to rescue a Frogeye Sprite. Rusted and falling apart. Can they restore it with the help of Dame Joanna Lumley? (S14, ep 1) 7+

1h
5:00 AM

Construction Fails

Tanker Truck Tragedy: An overpass on Philadelphia's busy Interstate- 95 highway sets ablaze after a tanker truck rollover. (S2, ep 3) 7+

1h
6:00 AM

Air Crash Investigation

Deadly Glide: A passenger jet unexpectedly runs out of fuel. The pilot heads for a decommissioned air force base, not knowing it is hosting a weekend family event. 7+

1h
7:00 AM

Inside Sydney Airport

Dawn to Curfew: A duty manager encounters a suspicious package, a rookie handles two medical emergencies in one hour and a freight handling crew struggle with a bulging cargo pod. 7+

1h
8:00 AM

Northwoods Survival

Plenty Below Zero: As temperatures plunge, Margot looks to her dogs to help her seriously raise her wood-harvesting game. (S2, ep 4)

1h
9:00 AM

Lords Of War

Special Ops: Shooter hits the range with an MP5 sub-machine gun. Plus, Jim gets his hands on a Colt .45 that allegedly belonged to Buffalo Bill. Can he prove it's real? 7+

1h
9:30 AM

Money Meltdown

Silver Sword, Golden Pig: Dave gets a lucky break when he travels 200 miles to search a mine for crystallised gold. Plus, can Diego turn martial arts weapons into cash? 7+

1h
9:55 AM

Money Meltdown

No Country For Gold Men: Dave hopes to get gold from the ground using a stamp mill. Diego learns that a local horse hospital could hold the key to his fortune. But how? 7+

1h
10:20 AM

Food Factory

The Perfect Burger: Get an insider's look at the making of hamburger patties, ribbon candy, Mexican treats, and so much more! (S3, ep 17) 7+

1h
10:45 AM

Food Factory

A Taste of Japan: Get an insider's look at the making of root beer, soy sauce, Lil' Devils cakes, and matzo bread! Suitable for all audiences. (S3, ep 18) 7+

1h
11:10 AM

Secrets Of The Zoo

Cub Nation: It's a busy week at The Columbus Zoo as the companion dogs look after three new adorable cheetah cubs, and a scimitar oryx calf is born. (S1, ep 1) 12+

1h
11:35 AM

Secrets Of The Zoo

Penguin Problems: Before he loses all his feathers, Dr Katie races to figure out what has been keeping feisty penguin Barry from shedding for close to a year. (S1, ep 2) 7+

1h
2:00 PM

Cruise TV With LoveitBookit

Your one-stop-shop for all things cruise; bringing you the hottest destinations, ground-breaking ships and the latest deals to ensure your next cruise is your greatest one!

1h
3:00 PM

Air Crash Investigation

M1 Plane Crash: Investigators uncover the tragic misunderstanding of the Kegworth air disaster - when British Midland Flight 92 crashed in 1989, killing 47 people. (S13, ep 1) 7+

1h
4:00 PM

Air Crash Investigation

Niki Lauda: Tragedy In The Air: F1 driver Niki Lauda investigates the fate of Lauda Air Flight 004, uncovering a design flaw that could affect planes globally. (S13, ep 2) 7+

1h
5:00 PM

Mega Marine Machines

Ship Recycling: A fire-scarred freighter begins its final journey to a Lake Erie yard, where crews race to dismantle it, using high-risk methods to turn a profit. (S1, ep 1) 7+

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6:00 PM

Car S.O.S

Jaguar Xj-S V12: The hosts are off to Wolverhampton to take on a 1980 Jaguar XJ-S V12, a great British Grand Tourer that has sadly fallen into neglect. 7+

1h
7:00 PM

Ultimate Airport Dubai

Engine failure threatens the smooth operation of the airport. A woman attempts to smuggle a fortune's worth of diamonds in her body. (S1, ep 3) 7+

1h
8:00 PM

Air Crash Investigation

Deadly Departure: When a DC-8 with just three working engines crashes during take-off, killing all three pilots, the training simulator is found to have been fatally wrong. (9 of 10) 7+

1h
9:00 PM

Hitler's Last Stand

Castle Valor: A platoon of American Buffalo Soldiers exceeds all expectations and advances on a Nazi-occupied castle in the foothills of Northern Italy. (S3, ep 3)

1h
10:00 PM

Hitler's Last Stand

Savage Spring: Blinded in one eye in the battle for Normandy, a defiant French-Canadian sniper sets out to liberate a Dutch city in the final days of the war. (S3, ep 6)

1h
11:00 PM

Lost Treasures Of Egypt

Ramses Rise to Power: With the help of tombs, treasure and temples, archaeologists uncover evidence about Egypt's most powerful king, Ramses the Great. (S3, ep 1) 7+

1h
12:00 AM

Destruction Decoded

Dams: When a dam collapses, the resulting disaster can be as catastrophic as a tsunami, inundating communities and destroying everything in its path. (8 of 9) 7+

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Nat Geo (National Geographic) is a global television network dedicated to science, exploration, nature, history, and culture documentaries. Utilizing a comprehensive tv guide allows viewers to navigate the channel's daily programming, locate upcoming broadcast times, and discover featured factual series. Because broadcast schedules vary depending on local service providers and time zones, consulting a structured schedule helps viewers plan their daily and weekly viewing.

About Nat Geo Channel

Nat Geo is a premier destination for non-fiction programming. Operated by National Geographic Partners, the network produces factual entertainment, high-definition wildlife series, scientific investigations, and historical documentaries. The channel caters to audiences seeking educational, exploratory, and visually immersive television content across worldwide television markets.

Understanding the Nat Geo TV Guide

A dedicated tv guide for Nat Geo helps viewers easily track continuous programming blocks, upcoming documentary premieres, and episode re-runs. The schedule is structured to provide clear information across several key areas:

  • Program Titles: Clear names for documentaries, limited series, and recurring shows.
  • Episode Details: Specific episode titles and season numbers to help identify new vs. repeated content.
  • Broadcast Times: Scheduled airtimes tailored to regional clocks.
  • Genre Identifiers: Descriptions classifying shows into nature, technology, history, or expedition coverage.

Checking the schedule regularly helps prevent missing time-sensitive specials or multi-part documentary series.

Using TV Guide Listings for Tonight on Nat Geo

Evening viewing often features flagship series, documentary specials, and featured premieres. When checking tv guide listings for tonight on Nat Geo, consider the following layout elements:

Time SlotTypical Content TypeViewing Goal
Prime Time (Early Evening)Popular recurring series & science specialsCatch up on regular weekly episodes
Late Prime TimeFeature-length documentaries & premiere eventsWatch in-depth documentary storytelling
OvernightEncore presentations & thematic blocksReview missed broadcasts or special series

Exact broadcast hours differ by location. Viewers should always verify start times against their specific regional TV provider or local listing platform.

Core Programming & Show Types

Nat Geo focuses on factual, non-fiction entertainment categorized into several core documentary genres:

  • Nature & Wildlife: In-depth natural history series documenting wildlife behavior, ecosystems, and conservation efforts.
  • Science & Technology: Explorations of space, engineering marvels, modern innovation, and natural phenomena.
  • Exploration & Adventure: Follows researchers, archaeologists, and survival experts on expeditions around the globe.
  • Culture & History: Historical investigations, ancient civilizations, and global cultural stories.

How to Use the Schedule Effectively

To get the most out of the Nat Geo schedule, follow these simple steps when planning your viewing:

  1. Confirm Your Location: Ensure you are viewing the TV schedule configured for your specific time zone and region.
  2. Filter by Date: Choose whether you want today's listings, tonight's lineup, or an upcoming date.
  3. Identify Episode Status: Look for indicators showing whether an episode is a new premiere or a scheduled replay.
  4. Set Reminders: Note scheduled airtimes or set your digital recorder (DVR) based on the listed guide times.

Regional & Time-Zone Variations

Television listings for Nat Geo are not uniform globally. Cable and satellite providers operate feed variations tailored to specific regions (such as North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, or Latin America). Factors affecting your local schedule include:

  • Time Zone Alignment: Programs air relative to local eastern, central, or regional time standards.
  • Regional Licensing: Certain shows or sports/expedition events may only air in specific geographic territories.
  • Daylight Saving Changes: Seasonal clock adjustments can temporarily alter airtimes relative to international feeds.

Always double-check your local provider's channel lineup to confirm exact daily program times.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Nat Geo TV Guide?

The Nat Geo TV guide is a navigational tool that lists scheduled broadcast times, show titles, episode details, and program descriptions for the National Geographic television network.

Where can I find tv guide listings for tonight on Nat Geo?

You can find tonight's listings by selecting today's date on your electronic program guide (EPG), local cable/satellite provider guide, or an online TV listings portal, then scrolling to the evening hours.

Why do Nat Geo program times vary?

Program times vary because television signals are distributed across different geographical regions and time zones. Local broadcast feeds adjust schedules so that prime-time shows align with local evening hours.

Does Nat Geo show the same schedule everywhere?

No. Nat Geo operates multiple regional network feeds across the globe. While many flagship series air internationally, exact broadcast times and specific show lineups differ by country and provider.