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?
LOVE LOVE LOVE to infinity shows hosted by Josh Gates and his crew (Expedition Unknown Destination Truth Legendary locations and specials )! Always fun fascinating educational and an adventure. I record learn and enjoy! Keep those series going and episodes uhcomin’ please!
My husband and I just found this show. We have been recording it on our DVR and binge watching. We are addicted to it. Love Josh Gates’ enthusiasm and excitement with everything he does. Please keep this show going.
I just found this show and binge watch for 2 days. Going on line to see the seasons missed. What a great show and Josh is great
So glad they’ve decided to continue with this show. I can live vicariously through Josh. Rather him deal with the mud and the bugs and the creepy crawlers. But seriously, it’s a great show.
I love Josh’s shoes. We have watched since Destination Truth and Expedition Unknown. When can I see all new Episodes?
Yes, I love watching this!
Love the show and faithful watcher. Not a fan of the pop-ups. Maybe less irritating if they were smaller.
So happy to hear this! I love Josh and Destination Truth/Expedition Unknown. Was afraid Legendary Locations was going to be his new permanent gig.
Love the show “Expedition Unknown” ! Looking forward to watching new episodes. I would also like to see new information on old episodes. Josh is very entertaining & informative! Great show!
I love Josh can’t wait to see every episode he comes out with! So knowledgeable and fin to watch
Absolutely, but I truly miss how his crew was part of the show, I miss Ryder bunches, she was brave yet gave me a laugh when something would frighten her, not that I could handle any better, miss her loads.
I am thrilled it’s going strong!!! As long as Josh can do it I hope the show continues for years to come!! I love it so much I watch the reruns all the time too cuz u never know what u might have missed the first few times lol
Absolutely! Might as well just cancel Wednesday altogether without Expedition Unknown!
Absolutely love the show. Josh Gates and his adventures have been favorites of mine since is original serious, Destination Truth. I am glad to learn that “Legendary Locations” is not a replacement for “Expedition Unknown” but rather more Josh Gates adventures. Cannot wait for season 5 of EU.
Josh Gates is my favorite! Wonderful humor, awesome host and I have been a fan of all of his shows and will continue to watch anything Josh Gates