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December watchlist:⁠ witness the making of Disney’s ship and uncover undersea mysteries

Also, brave the waves for winter bluefin tuna season

Updated 3 years ago · Published on 02 Dec 2022 8:00AM

December watchlist:⁠ witness the making of Disney’s ship and uncover undersea mysteries
Bluefin tuna fishermen compete against Mother Nature, a tight quota and ambitious captains in Wicked Tuna. – Nat Geo pic, December 2, 2022

Unveiling mysterious ocean legends  

– Nat Geo pic
– Nat Geo pic

Drain the Oceans S5

[Premieres every Monday from December 5 at 9pm on National Geographic (Singtel CH 201, Starhub CH 411), (Astro CH 551), (Skycable CH41 SD | CH195 HD)]

Delve into the deep depths of the ocean with archaeological detectives in their quest for answers about the truth that lies beneath major historical events and curious ocean legends.

Combining the latest scientific data from underwater scanning systems with state-of-the-art digital recreations, witness the ghostly shapes beneath the waves exposed in all their stunning glory to reveal stories that explain natural wonders and man-made catastrophes.

A wish come true

– Nat Geo pic
– Nat Geo pic

Making The Wish: Disney’s Newest Cruise Ship

[Premieres Sunday December 25 at 10am on National Geographic (Singtel CH 201, Starhub CH 411), (Astro CH 551), (Skycable CH41 SD | CH195 HD)]

Explore the marvel of modern engineering taking shape as hundreds of construction workers, engineers, architects, designers, animators, composers, storytellers, cast and crew come together to build one of the most magnificent vessels to ever sail the seas. 

A fishy situation 

Wicked Tuna: Outer Banks Showdown (main pic)

[Premieres every Sunday from December 4 at 9pm on National Geographic (Singtel CH 201, Starhub CH 411), (Astro CH 551), (Skycable CH41 SD | CH195 HD)]

Brave the waves with the best bluefin tuna fishermen in the South as they compete against Mother Nature, a tight quota and all the captains that will do whatever it takes to win. In the battle of the strongest, embark on a nail-biting, treacherous journey with these fishermen as they risk it all to emerge victorious. 

Man’s best friend

– Nat Geo pic
– Nat Geo pic

Incredible Dr Pol: A 200th Polapalooza 

[Premieres Thursday on December 29 at 7.30pm on Nat Geo Wild (Singtel CH 207, Starhub CH 413), (Astro CH 550), (Skycable CH66 SD | CH193 HD)]

Take a trip down memory lane as Dr Pol reminisces on some of his favourite memories throughout his tenure as a veterinarian for the past 50 years.

Get a glimpse of never-before-seen footage from the series and get an overview of how filming had to shift during the pandemic, showing the remote cameras that were installed for the health and safety of the vets, clients, and pets. – The Vibes, December 2, 2022

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