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 this show!!!
i love this show i learn alot from it WOW cant wait #CONGRATUALTION MR.JOSH
I love Expedition Unknown. I have watched Josh Gates since his days of Destination Truth. He is a great story teller and adventurer. I learn so much every episode. He can also be quite comical..
That rules as long as Destination Truth is still on as well.
Yes!!!! Love the show! I’ve been watching Josh Gates since Destination Truth.
I love Josh and Expedition Unknown! I rewatch any episodes I can find while waiting on new episodes. So glad Travel Channel continues to support this series!
I love the show because of Josh Gates. I love that he is not afraid to act goofy. I love his enthusiasm for each adventure. I love how he includes the crew in the fun. I love the subject matter for each adventure. I hope this show airs for a long time!
My wife and really, really enjoy the show. We have been watching Josh for years now, like when he was on Ghost Hunters(TAPS). It seems like no matter where he is, he is having fun. Thanks for more to watch!
Love the show and that Josh is so knowledgeable helps bring it to life
We never miss it
I love every second of both shows Expedition Unknown AND Destination Truth. Ive seen every episode more than once. Its so informative and Josh and his team are a blast to watch in action.
VERY happy to hear more shows are coming!! Love Josh and his enthusiasm to explore. Keep them coming please!!! ❤️
Yes I have faithfully watched it for several years even when Josh was found “Destination Truth”. I am so glad he will continue with another if not more seasons. Really enjoy Josh and his recent two part report of the Great Women of Egypt. So excited!!!!!!
This is my favorite show Josh Gates is the best!
Not only does the Travel channel have Josh and his EU series, they also are running his old Destination Truth shows. And, they have the great Don Wildman specials and his Mysteries at the Museum series. CNN owns the News, ESPN owns sports and ‘Travel’ owns adventure