44 minSeason 1 • Episode 2
LatestHumanity's closest relatives can be found hidden deep inside the dense jungles of the Congo, home to three of Earth's four great ape species.
The Congo: more powerful and dangerous than any other river, yet a sanctuary and home for some of the most wonderful creatures on our Earth.
Cinematography
Impossible river shots that'll ruin other nature docs.
Production
Two episodes, zero filler — pure concentrated Congo.
Direction
Thomas Behrend's patience beats any CGI spectacle.
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Corey Johnson's narration was recorded in a single day; he reportedly demanded zero rewrites.
The Congo River basin remains one of the least documented major ecosystems — this series captured footage scientists hadn't seen.
