Quick answer · Season 2023
Explorer is a history and documentary series that aired on National Geographic, running since 1985 with 30 seasons and 245 episodes. Explorer hasn't been officially ended, but no new episodes are listed yet; the most recent aired on October 26, 2023.
- U.S. premiere
- August 24, 2023
- Where
- Cable
- Time
- Varies by station
- Episodes
- 2
- Finale
- October 26, 2023
Where to watch Explorer season 2023 in the U.S.
Season 2023 episode schedule
| Ep. | Title | U.S. date | Time | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Explorer: Lost in the Arctic | [1] | Check local listings national slot | Listed |
| 2 | Explorer: Lake of Fire | [1] | Check local listings national slot | Listed |
Dates are U.S. dates. Broadcast times are the network's national slot; your local station may differ.
About Explorer
Explorer is a history and documentary series that aired on National Geographic, running since 1985 with 30 seasons and 245 episodes. Explorer hasn't been officially ended, but no new episodes are listed yet; the most recent aired on October 26, 2023.
Season 2023: Season 2023 of Explorer aired from August 24, 2023 to October 26, 2023 on National Geographic (2 episodes).
- Network / service: National Geographic (first aired April 7, 1985)
- Official site: nationalgeographic.com
- Main cast over the series (TVmaze): Peter Coyote (Narrator), Salvatore F. Vecchio (Narrator), Phil Keoghan (Host)
All seasons
Season 2023
Season completeSeason 2023 of Explorer aired from August 24, 2023 to October 26, 2023 on National Geographic (2 episodes).
Season 2022
Season completeSeason 2022 of Explorer aired from January 15, 2022 to December 4, 2022 on National Geographic (2 episodes).
Season 2019
Season completeSeason 2019 of Explorer aired from January 7, 2019 to February 11, 2019 on National Geographic (7 episodes).
Season 2018
Season completeSeason 2018 of Explorer aired from November 12, 2018 to December 17, 2018 on National Geographic (6 episodes).
Season 2017
Season completeSeason 2017 of Explorer aired from March 6, 2017 to December 3, 2017 on National Geographic (18 episodes).
Season 2016
Season completeSeason 2016 of Explorer aired from January 10, 2016 to December 19, 2016 on National Geographic (15 episodes).
Season 2015
Season completeSeason 2015 of Explorer aired from August 31, 2015 to December 13, 2015 on National Geographic (4 episodes).
Season 2014
Season completeSeason 2014 of Explorer aired from September 15, 2014 to November 26, 2014 on National Geographic (3 episodes).
Season 2013
Season completeSeason 2013 of Explorer aired on February 14, 2013 on National Geographic (1 episode).
Season 2012
Season completeSeason 2012 of Explorer aired from January 15, 2012 to November 7, 2012 on National Geographic (11 episodes).
Season 2011
Season completeSeason 2011 of Explorer aired from January 17, 2011 to December 18, 2011 on National Geographic (15 episodes).
Season 2010
Season completeSeason 2010 of Explorer aired from January 31, 2010 to December 14, 2010 on National Geographic (17 episodes).
Season 2009
Season completeSeason 2009 of Explorer aired from January 13, 2009 to December 13, 2009 on National Geographic (19 episodes).
Season 2008
Season completeSeason 2008 of Explorer aired from January 9, 2008 to December 9, 2008 on National Geographic (16 episodes).
Season 2007
Season completeSeason 2007 of Explorer aired from January 21, 2007 to December 9, 2007 on National Geographic (17 episodes).
Season 2006
Season completeSeason 2006 of Explorer aired from January 6, 2006 to December 17, 2006 on National Geographic (18 episodes).
Season 2005
Season completeSeason 2005 of Explorer aired from June 26, 2004 to November 28, 2005 on National Geographic (18 episodes).
Season 2004
Season completeSeason 2004 of Explorer aired from January 31, 2004 to December 13, 2004 on National Geographic (14 episodes).
Season 2003
Season completeSeason 2003 of Explorer aired from June 29, 2003 to December 21, 2003 on National Geographic (9 episodes).
Season 2002
Season completeSeason 2002 of Explorer aired from January 20, 2002 to November 24, 2002 on National Geographic (7 episodes).
Season 2001
Season completeSeason 2001 of Explorer aired from May 1, 2001 to December 23, 2001 on National Geographic (2 episodes).
Season 2000
Season completeSeason 2000 of Explorer aired on April 5, 1997 on National Geographic (1 episode).
Season 1999
Season completeSeason 1999 of Explorer aired from April 14, 1999 to October 3, 1999 on National Geographic (4 episodes).
Season 1998
Season completeSeason 1998 of Explorer aired from April 28, 1998 to August 19, 1998 on National Geographic (3 episodes).
Season 1997
Season completeSeason 1997 of Explorer aired from January 1, 1995 to May 25, 1997 on National Geographic (3 episodes).
Season 1995
Season completeSeason 1995 of Explorer aired from February 19, 1995 to September 6, 1995 on National Geographic (2 episodes).
Season 1994
Season completeSeason 1994 of Explorer aired from February 2, 1994 to April 13, 1994 on National Geographic (3 episodes).
Season 1993
Season completeSeason 1993 of Explorer aired from January 3, 1993 to December 26, 1993 on National Geographic (6 episodes).
Season 1989
Season completeSeason 1989 of Explorer aired on July 8, 1989 on National Geographic (1 episode).
Season 1985
Season completeSeason 1985 of Explorer aired on April 7, 1985 on National Geographic (1 episode).
Common questions
How many seasons of Explorer are there?
Explorer has 30 seasons and 245 episodes listed, with the first airing on April 7, 1985.
Is Explorer still on?
Explorer hasn't been officially ended, but no new episodes are listed yet; the most recent aired on October 26, 2023.
Where can I watch Explorer?
Explorer originally aired on National Geographic in the U.S. Streaming rights for older seasons change over time, so check National Geographic's own app and the major streaming services for the current home.
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