National Geographic Reveals Trailer For Secrets Of The Bees
Dr. Alice Bridges, left, and Dr. Sammy Ramsey watching bumble bees interact with balls in a play experiment lab study at Queen Mary University of London. (credit: National Geographic/Nadege Laici)
Bertie Gregory leads the two-part documentary exploring the hidden lives of bees
The Two-Part Series, From National Geographic Explorer at Large and Academy Award® – Winner James Cameron, Premieres on 4 April 2026
Johannesburg, 2 April 2026: The Emmy-winning “Secrets of” franchise returns with Secrets of the Bees! It premieres this Saturday, April 4 at 18:00 (CAT) on Nat Geo Wild (DStv 182 / Starsat 221) and will also be available on Disney+ in SA.
Hosted and narrated by BAFTA and Emmy-winning National Geographic Explorer Bertie Gregory, SECRETS OF THE BEES uses groundbreaking filming technology to reveal the extraordinary world of bees. With the expertise of entomologist and fellow National Geographic Explorer Dr. Samuel Ramsey, the series uncovers their astonishing architecture and intelligence, unlocking their secrets and featuring never-before-filmed moments.
“For its fifth anniversary, ‘Secrets of’ turns its lens to one of Earth’s smallest yet most vital heroes: bees,” says executive producer James Cameron. “Far more than pollinators, bees are socially complex, fast-thinking individuals and the most important insects on our planet. Their impact on the natural world and humanity is immeasurable, and we’re only just beginning to see how extraordinary they truly are.”
SECRETS OF THE BEES is produced by Silverback Films for National Geographic. Emmy Award-winners James Cameron and Maria Wilhelm for Lightstorm Earth are executive producers. For Silverback Films, Alastair Fothergill and Huw Cordey serve as series producers, and Nadége Laici serves as producer and director. Pam Caragol is executive producer for National Geographic.
