Disney Plus’ ‘Growing Up Animal’ Arrives Aug. 18

By R. Thomas Umstead
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Six-part docuseries follows animal mothers and babies from birth

Growing Up Animal
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Disney Plus will chronicle the lives of animal mothers and their offspring in a new documentary series Growing Up Animal, premiering Aug. 18.

The six-part series from National Geographic -- narrated by Tracee Ellis Ross (Black-ish)-- follows animal mothers and babies from the womb to the outside world as they face the triumphs and trials of nature, according to the streaming service.

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“Growing Up Animal movies an incredible up-close glimpse into the world of animal mothers and babies,” said Ross. “From the early stages of pregnancy to their adorable first helpless moments in the big wide world, it is remarkable to see how each animal’s unique instincts and adaptations help them endure the harsh realities of their environment.”

Growing Up Animal is produced by Wall to Wall Media for National Geographic, and is executive produced by Jeremy Dear, Dominic Weston and Pamela Caragol. Disney Plus will stream all six episodes on Aug. 18.

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R. Thomas Umstead
R. Thomas Umstead

R. Thomas Umstead serves as senior content producer, programming for Multichannel News, Broadcasting + Cable and Next TV. During his more than 30-year career as a print and online journalist, Umstead has written articles on a variety of subjects ranging from TV technology, marketing and sports production to content distribution and development. He has provided expert commentary on television issues and trends for such TV, print, radio and streaming outlets as Fox News, CNBC, the Today show, USA Today, The New York Times and National Public Radio. Umstead has also filmed, produced and edited more than 100 original video interviews, profiles and news reports featuring key cable television executives as well as entertainers and celebrity personalities.