Close Encounters of the Wild Kind

Close Encounters of the Wild Kind

National Geographic Wild Running

1 Season · 6 Episodes · Premiered September 14, 2025

Discover the truth behind the world's wildest animal encounters. With over 8 billion people in every corner of the planet, it's no wonder we're getting closer to animals than ever before. And the tech in our pockets means EVERYTHING'S caught on camera. We all love to share these clips on social media, but there's WAY more to these stories than meets the eye.

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Seasons & Episodes

Season 1

6 episodes
E01
Into the Woods
Sun, Sep 14 2025 6:00 PM GMT+0000 60 min
It's wild in the woods! Find out what to do when boxed in by bison or chased by a cougar and why you never come between a mama bear and her cub.
E02
Urban Jungle
Sun, Sep 21 2025 6:00 PM GMT+0000 60 min
As humans take up more space in our growing cities, animals adapt. Find out why the rhino crossed the road and how monkeys use the metro.
E03
The Big Blue
Sun, Sep 28 2025 6:00 PM GMT+0000 60 min
A deep dive into some of the craziest nature clips. Including a video of an octopus slapping a kayaker and a sea snake who wants to make friend.
E04
Safari Showdown
Sun, Oct 5 2025 6:00 PM GMT+0000 60 min
Footage of animals attacking safari patrons, including elephants crushing cars and hippos chasing speedboats.
E05
Space Invaders
Sun, Oct 12 2025 6:00 PM GMT+0000 60 min
Our homes can be magnets for wild animals. Meet the bears living their best life and the gate-crashing gators on a home-invasion mission.
E06
Down Under
Sun, Oct 19 2025 6:00 PM GMT+0000 60 min
Expect the unexpected in the outback. Find out why emus attack, koalas go grocery shopping, and what drives a wombat to attack.

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