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Shark Week

1988·Show
459Episodes in39Seasons·TV-14
76
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb7.7
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Shark Week fingerprint

High energy, striking style, emotionally cool.

Energy

Tense and thrilling

  • Tension8
  • Adrenaline7
  • Scare6

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Wonder5
  • Nostalgia4
  • Pathos3

Humor

Serious throughout

  • Situational Comedy0
  • Wit & Wordplay0
  • Physical Comedy0

World

Everyday modern life and pop culture

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality4
  • Rewatchability4

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue7
  • Direction6
  • Narrative Structure6

Style

Standout score

  • Music Composition8
  • Music Centrality8
  • Cinematography7

Who it's for

AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBinge-FriendlyDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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About

Shark n’ awe!

The Discovery Channel's Shark Week, first broadcast on July 17, 1987, is a weeklong series of feature television programs dedicated to sharks. Held annually, normally in July or August, Shark Week was originally developed to raise awareness and respect for sharks. It is the longest-running cable television programming event in history. Now broadcast in over 72 countries, Shark Week is promoted heavily via social networks like Facebook and Twitter.
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Crew

Directed by:
Jeff Kurr, Sigmund Spath Jr., Chad Hammell
Produced by:
Joseph Schneier, Damon Dayoub
Composed by:
Andrea Bellucci

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Shark Week

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Shark Week legally?

HBO MaxPhiloDiscovery+DiscoverySpectrum On Demand

Shark Week is included with a subscription to Philo, Discovery, and HBO Max in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Spectrum On Demand. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Shark Week worth watching?

76
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 77/100 (IMDb 7.7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Shark Week rated?

TV-14Violence

It's rated TV-14 in the United States. Content advisories: violence.

How many seasons does Shark Week have?

39 seasons

It has 39 seasons with 459 episodes of about 42 minutes each and is still in production.

When did Shark Week air?

It started in 1988 and is still in production.

What language is Shark Week in?

EnglishPortuguese

It was made in English, with some Portuguese. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Shark Week?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Shark Week in 60 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.