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 shows, love destination truth as well
I absolutely can NOT wait for Expedition Unknown to come on each week. The many adventures of Josh Gates have sparked many Socratic discussions in my Science and Social Studies classes. Thank you.
OMG…that just THRILLS ME TO NO END. I love Josh Gates and ANYTHING he is in or does.
I’m a teacher in my 60s and love Expedition Unknown. I got hooked when Josh explored the Tasmanian Tiger because one of my students was obsessed with the animal. I learned a lot about it and in a very fun way. Now I am hooked on Expedition Unknown because I learn so much and laugh a lot. I even enjoy the reruns and love the game shows. That’s saying a lot for a kind-of old lady! Now a lot of my students watch it too, it’s way better than video games. I’m looking forward to the new show. Josh makes… Read more »
Wonderful news! One of the best programs!!!
Yes, I’m so very glad. I will miss Destination Truth and the antics with his crew. Really grew to love Erin Ryder and Evan and the whole lot. I’ve downloaded every episode of EU and DT. Josh Gates travels with me on all of my unknown expeditions. To me, he seems like a genuine guy out to find the truth in the world. Good job travel channel and Josh Gates!
Thank god i literally am in love with this programme…
We like his show. It’s one of the shows we watch. It’s a campy travel show.
Yay, I’m so happy Expedition Unknown is continuing! I can’t wait for more new episodes of Expedition Unknown. Definitely my favorite show and I think the most entertaining and interesting!
Love this show !!! Love Josh!!! Love the adventure !!! Keep the episodes coming. With not much to watch on TV nowadays, Josh and his adventures are a breath of fresh air.
Love Love expedition unknown!
Love love Gosh gates! And his crew too.
I set the auto tone each week so I don’t forget !
I want to go to Egypt one day to see the valley of the Kings !
I also love to see the out takes! Josh is so funny
love this show! Josh is great to watch. He comes across as very down to earth, and fun. He never seems fake or scripted. I’ve actually learned a lot from watching this show! please keep it going!
Love this show, very glad to hear it will continue!
Wish they had more shows like this. Very educational.
I watch it all the time. Josh Gates and his crew are also funny. The scarier the better !!!