The adventure continues for Expedition Unknown. Recently, Travel Channel announced they’ve ordered more episodes of the TV show.
The travel series follows explorer Josh Gates as he crosses the globe investigating “the truth behind captivating stories, digging through years of historical evidence, facts and myths.”
Travel Channel has ordered 14 more episodes of Expedition Unknown, which are set to begin filming this spring.
Read more info below:
NEW YORK (February 16, 2018) – With adventure-laden expeditions, compelling storytelling and unique insight into the world’s biggest legends and stories, Travel Channel’s “Expedition Unknown” with explorer Josh Gates has been renewed midseason for 14 new hour-long episodes. Production on the new season is slated to begin this spring.
The popular series continues to deliver year-over-year ratings growth for the network – attracting more than 6.2 million total viewers since its season premiere on Wednesday, December 27 at 9 p.m. ET/PT. The current season has delivered double-digit ratings increases among M25-54 and an average seven percent rise in ratings among P25-54 for its timeslot.
The February 7th and February 14th episodes – a two-part special focusing on the great women of ancient Egypt – averaged a live plus same day rating of .50 among viewers P25-54, growing its timeslot by 39 percent versus last year. Additionally, “Expedition Unknown: After the Hunt” – the two after show specials that premiered at 10 p.m. ET/PT, nearly doubled last year’s ratings for the timeslot.
“’Expedition Unknown’ continues to grow and take on a life of its own and Josh’s passion for adventure is a big part of that,” said Courtney White, senior vice president, programming, Travel Channel, Food Network and Cooking Channel. “He’s the consummate storyteller whose knowledge of history and culture enhances each expedition and heightens the viewing experience, which is why fans can’t get enough.”
What do you think? Do you watch Expedition Unknown? Are you glad it will continue?
Great show! I learn something new from every episode. And, Josh Gates is the best!!!
Love, love, love this show!
Awesome news to know that Expedition Unknown has been renewed. Love this show!
Yes!! So happy they picked up more episodes!! We absolutely love it!!
I love Expedition Unknown!!! By watching this show, I get to go to places that I probably won’t ever get to visit. And Josh Gates tell history in a way that is not only informative but fun.
they better keep Josh…he is intellegent, funny and so good looking. I have learned alot about history because of these shows.
My grand son and I love the show. So glad it will be staying on as it’s tough to find good quality tv for kids to watch
Great show. Can’t wait for more
Never gave it a second thought about being renewed… but so glad that it has been renewed …ABSOLUTELY LOVE THE SHOW… ENJOY JOSH, HIS PERSONALITY, AND ENJOY EVERYTHING AND EVERYONE THAT MAKES THIS SHOW SPECIAL. Entertaining and educational.
Absolutely love Josh Gates and all of his shows. I am so happy to hear this one is not cancelled. He is a fantastic guy, and his personality that comes through is thoroughly entertaining! Keep him and the shows coming!!
We Dave every episode the kids and myself love it
I couldn’t be happier to hear this. I record Expedition Unknown as well as Destination Truth and have watched them MANY times. Our whole family loves Josh Gates. He is SO knowledgeable and has such a charming personality. I also greatly appreciate the respect he shows other cultures and how well he interacts with people – particularly the children around the world.
THANK YOU, Travel Channel for giving us these wonderful programs with Josh Gates.
Yes I’m very glad expedition unknown is being renewed. My son ( he’s 7) and I love Josh Gates!!!
Love the show!! DVR it every week. Even turned my 70yr old parents on to it!! Keep searching Josh and I’ll keep watching.
Love this show. Glad they have ordered more episodes.