‘Pole to Pole With Will Smith:’ How to Watch the Nat Geo Docuseries Online

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Will Smith is bravely going where few actors have gone before with the premiere of his new National Geographic original docuseries, “Pole to Pole With Will Smith.”

The seven-part series follows the actor as he makes his way across all seven continents in 100 days, highlighting postcard-worthy destinations, while taking on physical challenges in some of the toughest conditions on earth. Along the way, Smith will showcase new scientific discoveries and shine a light on marginalized communities around the world. Inspired to “explore life’s big questions,” the show also features interviews with local community leaders, scientists and other explorers.

How to Watch “Pole to Pole With Will Smith”

Want to watch “Pole to Pole With Will Smith?” The series premieres Jan. 13 at 9 p.m. ET/PT on the National Geographic channel on TV, but you can also stream the show online without cable through Sling. The live TV streamer offers Nat Geo as part of its “Select” package, which is one of the cheapest live streaming packages online.

For just $29.99/month, you have access to a live feed of National Geographic plus channels like FX, NFL Network, FS1, GRIT and more. You also have access to FOX, ABC, and NBC in select markets. Sling’s plans let you stream live TV on up to three devices at once. Your subscription also includes access to thousands of TV shows and movies on-demand through the Sling website and app.

Sling lets you stream “Pole to Pole With Will Smith” online on your computer, on your phone, tablet or on your smart TV. Want more streaming options? Sling’s Orange & Blue Plan gets you 50+ channels and is currently discounted by as much as 50% off right now for your first month, bringing the price down to as low as $33. The Sling Orange & Blue Plan is your best bet for watching live sports, news and entertainment shows online without needing cable.

Per a press release, the docuseries “blends cutting-edge science, environmental storytelling, and bold exploration,” as Smith “throws himself into incredible challenges for 100 days,” including “skiing to the South Pole, catching a giant anaconda, milking a venomous tarantula, climbing mountains, and diving under the ice of the North Pole.”

The series follows the actor as he helps to make “world-first scientific discoveries and forges profound human connections — from the Amazon’s Waorani community to the Kalahari’s San people, whose knowledge and resilience offer powerful lessons about our future on the planet.”

“This journey was unlike anything I’ve ever done,” Smith says, adding that “at times I feared I might not make it home. It’s an exploration not just of the planet’s edges, but of some of the most extraordinary people living there. From the coldest ice to the deepest jungles, the beauty of our world inspired my every step with awe and hope.”

The National Geographic series was first announced back in February of 2022, though it was likely pushed back following the “Oscar slap” a month later. The show marks Smith’s third project with National Geographic, after “Welcome to Earth” and “One Strange Rock.”

“Pole to Pole With Will Smith” premieres with back-to-back episodes on Jan. 13 with two new episodes airing each Tuesday evening, and a finale episode on Feb. 3. You can watch the show live online through Sling. The episodes stream on-demand on Disney+ and Hulu the next day.