Discovery Atlas

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  • 2006
  • 1 Season
  • 7.9  (215)

Discovery Atlas was a documentary series that aired on Discovery Channel from 2006 to 2008. The show aimed to explore the diversity of human culture by showcasing the people and places of various countries around the world. Each episode was hosted and narrated by a different celebrity, including James Spader, Russell Crowe, and Andre Braugher. They served as the viewers' guide, introducing them to the local customs, traditions, and ways of life of the people in the featured country.

The series was produced on an epic scale, with high-quality cinematography and stunning visuals that captured the essence of each country. The show was also unique in that it used localized sound editing, creating an immersive experience for the viewer.

Discovery Atlas featured countries such as China, Brazil, Japan, Italy, and Australia, among others. Each episode was divided into several segments that explored different facets of the country, such as its history, economy, food, and cultural heritage.

For example, the episode on China showcased the country's rapid economic growth and featured interviews with different types of people, from farmers to entrepreneurs. It also explored the breathtaking landscapes of the country, including the Great Wall and the Yangtze River.

The episode on Brazil, hosted by Russell Crowe, explored the country's famous Carnival festival and introduced viewers to the different types of music and dance that make up the celebration. It also delved into the country's history of slavery and its impact on Brazilian society today.

Discovery Atlas was praised for its ambitious scope and its ability to present a nuanced and multifaceted view of each country it featured. The show received several awards, including an Emmy for Outstanding Nonfiction Series in 2009.

Overall, Discovery Atlas was a fascinating look into the diversity of human culture and an inspiring celebration of the beauty and complexity of the world we live in.

Discovery Atlas is a series that is currently running and has 1 seasons (11 episodes). The series first aired on October 2, 2006.

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Seasons
Great Rift Valley
11. Great Rift Valley
 
Discover the connections between the land, animals and people that inhabit the Great Rift Valley.
Discovery Atlas: Italia
10. Discovery Atlas: Italia
 
Atemberaubende Landschaften, fremde Kulturen, altgediente Traditionen oder moderne Technologien - all das ist "Discovery Atlas". Von
Discovery Atlas: Brasil
9. Discovery Atlas: Brasil
 
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Discovery Atlas: Francia
8. Discovery Atlas: Francia
 
An explosives expert, a radical chef and a man who scales skyscrapers tells what it means to be French.
Discovery Atlas: Japon
7. Discovery Atlas: Japon
 
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Discovery Atlas: India
6. Discovery Atlas: India
 
Discover India.
Discovery Atlas: Mexico
5. Discovery Atlas: Mexico
 
Discovery Atlas takes a look around Mexico.
Australia Revealed
4. Australia Revealed
October 23, 2006
It's the only country that is a continent. It spans over 4 million miles with over 22,000 miles of coastline. It's one the driest places on the planet yet faces some of the most extreme weather man has ever faced. And it's become home to over 20 million people-surviving in one of the most vast but absolutely amazing lands ever seen: Australia. The people itself are defined by the very land they call home. Australians are survivors, deeply rooted to the land that offers them so much and so little.
Brazil Revealed
3. Brazil Revealed
October 16, 2006
Brazil is a vibrant and exhilarating nation. Equal in size to mainland USA, it is not only the largest country in South America but also the most diverse in terms of geography, population and culture. It is home to steaming jungles and dry steppes, pristine beaches and lofty mountain peaks. It sends satellites into space yet, in the remote Amazon jungle, native tribes still practice Stone Age traditions. These contradictions are somehow united by a common language-Portuguese, a common religion-Catholicism, and a common dream-sometime, somehow, Brazil will be a great nation. Brazil will be a new, vibrant country with the most diverse ethnic mix on the planet.
Italy Revealed
2. Italy Revealed
October 9, 2006
Italy is a place of spectacular contrasts: a land stretching from the snow-capped peaks of the Alps to the sun-baked semi-desert of Sicily. It's a nation with a 2000-year history that only became united in its present form a century ago. A country torn between its ancient Catholic traditions and the breathtaking pace of change that marks the 21st century. This documentary special takes the viewer on a journey through the heart of Italy. Over the course of one year, the program follows the lives and loves, trials and tribulations, and hopes and dreams of 8 groups of characters who exemplify what it is to be Italian.
China Revealed
1. China Revealed
October 2, 2006
In one of the few times in its 5,000 year history, the oldest, most populous nation on earth has opened its doors to the rest of the world. The economics of Feudalism and Communism are out. Capitalism is in, with a Chinese twist. Old walls are being torn down, a futuristic landscape of glass and steel is shooting up in its place. China is now home to the greatest frenzy of construction the world has ever seen, consuming 60% of the world's steel and 45% of its concrete every week. But what does this mean - for the nation and its people?
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Where to Watch Discovery Atlas
Discovery Atlas is available for streaming on the Discovery Channel website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Discovery Atlas on demand at Amazon.
  • Premiere Date
    October 2, 2006
  • IMDB Rating
    7.9  (215)
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