Television’s No. 1 weekend wildlife show, Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom Protecting the Wild, will return with Season 3 on Saturday, Oct. 4, on NBC’s educational/informational weekend program block.
In addition, the wildlife TV show has been renewed through 2028-2029, the series’ sixth season.
This fall, watch as Co-Hosts Peter Gros and Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant take audiences across the globe to showcase stories of wildlife conservation. From tracking elusive wolverines in the rugged North American backcountry, to diving deep in the vibrant ecosystem of Australia’s Great Barrier Reef, to joining conservationists working to reintroduce species like bighorn sheep in California’s snow-capped mountains, each episode highlights inspiring efforts to protect the wild.
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This season, the series partners with like-minded conservation brands focused on protecting wildlife including Fahlo and Tourism and Events Queensland to help bring incredible wildlife stories to viewers.
“At its heart, Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom Protecting the Wild is about more than showcasing incredible wildlife — it’s about inspiring curiosity and action. The series continues to motivate new generations to become conservationists and we’re honored to carry forward this legacy for years ahead through impactful storytelling,” said Jennifer Wulf, vice president, brand marketing for Mutual of Omaha.
Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom Protecting the Wild, which averaged more than a million weekly viewers for the 2024-2025 broadcast season, has earned five Daytime Emmy® nominations, 36 Telly Awards, the BAFTA’s albert certification for sustainable production, as well as the Environmental Media Association’s (EMA) Green Seal in recognition of its sustainable production practices for Season 2 and again for Season 3.
“Through our partnership with Mutual of Omaha and NBC, this series continues a legacy of extraordinary storytelling,” said Bryan Curb, Hearst Media Production Group executive vice president and general manager, education/information. “And, in turn, the show has had a productive impact inspiring people to appreciate wildlife conservation efforts.”
Before the Season 3 premiere, catch up with Season 1 and Season 2 episodes of Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom Protecting the Wild.
In addition to airing on NBC’s The More You Know educational/informational program block, the series is also available on Peacock and NBC.com. Season 2 of the series will premiere in Spanish on Telemundo on Oct. 4.
