Gorilla School

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  • 2020
  • 1 Season
  • 6.7  (38)

Gorilla School is an Animal Planet television show that premiered in 2010 and ran until 2011. The show is set in Cameroon, Africa and follows a team of experts who are working to help young gorillas born in captivity learn how to live in the wild. The show focuses on the process of reintegrating these gorillas back into the wild and the challenges and obstacles that come with it.

The team is led by John A. Muljadi, a wildlife biologist who has dedicated his life to the conservation of gorillas. Muljadi has spent many years studying gorillas in their natural habitat and is an expert in their behavior and physiology. The team also includes a veterinarian, a primatologist, a field researcher, and a local guide.

The show starts with the arrival of six young gorillas, all born in captivity, who have been chosen to be part of the program. The goal is to train them to be able to live on their own in the wild, where they will be at risk from predators and face many challenges they have never encountered before. The team works to teach the gorillas skills such as foraging, nesting, and communicating with other animals.

The show is divided into episodes, each one focusing on a different aspect of the training process. In one episode, the team is shown teaching the gorillas to forage for food. They start by introducing them to different types of food and showing them how to find it. The team also teaches the gorillas how to use tools, such as sticks, to help them get to hard-to-reach areas.

Another episode focuses on teaching the gorillas how to build nests for themselves. The team shows them how to gather materials and construct a sturdy nest that will keep them safe and comfortable. This is a critical skill for gorillas in the wild, as they need to be able to sleep safely off the ground to avoid predators.

Throughout each episode, the team also faces various challenges and setbacks. For example, one of the gorillas gets sick and needs medical attention. The vet on the team has to figure out what is wrong and provide treatment. In another episode, the team has to deal with poachers in the area who are hunting gorillas for their meat and body parts.

Despite these challenges, the team perseveres and continues to work with the gorillas. They are shown forming strong bonds with the animals and becoming emotionally invested in their success. The show also highlights the importance of conservation and the need to protect gorillas and their habitat from threats such as poaching and deforestation.

In addition to the main storyline, Gorilla School also includes interviews with experts in the field of wildlife conservation and information about the biology and behavior of gorillas. Viewers are given a glimpse into the intricate social structures of gorilla groups and the unique personalities of individual animals.

Overall, Gorilla School is an engaging and educational show that provides a unique look into the world of gorilla conservation. The team's dedication and passion for their work is inspiring, and the show highlights the importance of protecting these endangered animals and their habitat. The training process is fraught with challenges and obstacles, but the team's commitment to success is unwavering.

Gorilla School is a series that is currently running and has 1 seasons (13 episodes). The series first aired on July 17, 2020.

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One Year On
13. One Year On
August 16, 2019
The youngest and most vulnerable class ever taught at gorilla school has made for a groundbreaking year. The remarkable progress of the infant gorillas is assessed after a year of forest-living in Gabon.
The Waiting Game
12. The Waiting Game
August 16, 2019
A new orphan gorilla's introduction to the group is delayed by illness while the youngsters are left alone for a few days without their protectors and must learn to live by themselves in the wilds of Gabon.
Fire and Water
11. Fire and Water
August 16, 2019
The young gorillas become a family and face many dangers as they learn to be in the wild. A new orphan arrives to be part of the group.
Desperate Measures
10. Desperate Measures
August 16, 2019
An orphan gorilla bonds with the infant apes and a youngster makes progress on being with the group. The search for a missing gorilla seems unsuccessful.
Under Pressure
9. Under Pressure
August 16, 2019
A young gorilla is behind on development and her ability to survive in the forest is questioned. An illness affects her interactions with the group. Also, the search continues for a gorilla to give him a life-saving medication.
Building Families
8. Building Families
August 16, 2019
A family of gorilla school graduates go missing and an ape is released from quarantine, bringing her one step closer to being with her new family in the forest.
Meet the Family
7. Meet the Family
August 16, 2019
A new gorilla family begins as the infants are introduced to an orphan ape but animosity arises with one of the youngsters. In another troop, a favorite graduate gorilla is very ill and goes missing from his family.
Turning Point
6. Turning Point
August 16, 2019
A young gorilla's mood swings affect behavior and cause bullying while an older gorilla in the school is introduced to the infant group.
Deadly Encounters
5. Deadly Encounters
August 16, 2019
The trainers must leave their gorillas at school and the head teacher is concerned about the stress this will cause the young apes. An armed poacher is captured and discovered to be part of a gang from the Congo.
Hopes and Fears
4. Hopes and Fears
August 16, 2019
A young gorilla is seriously ill and the trainers try desperately to save him. Meanwhile, poachers are a constant threat as the apes learn to adapt to life in the forest.
Lessons For Everyone
3. Lessons For Everyone
August 16, 2019
The young gorillas and their trainers begin their first lessons at gorilla school. Getting to know their new forest home and how to find things to eat will be essential to their survival.
New Friends, Old Friends
2. New Friends, Old Friends
August 16, 2019
The young gorillas embark on their difficult journey to Africa and into the wild. One of the infant apes becomes ill and almost misses the landmark trip to the gorilla school in the forests of Gabon.
Fulfilling The Dream
1. Fulfilling The Dream
July 17, 2020
Three young gorillas are taken from captivity in England to start an amazing new life in Africa.
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Where to Watch Gorilla School
Gorilla School is available for streaming on the Animal Planet website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Gorilla School on demand at Philo and FuboTV.
  • Premiere Date
    July 17, 2020
  • IMDB Rating
    6.7  (38)