America in Superlatives

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A range of National Geographic storytellers and photographers highlight unique places and events from around the United States, offering surprising and inspiring stories that explore what makes America special.

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7.1

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7.2

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7.6

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Will Smith whose curiosity and wonder is positively infectious—is guided by National Geographic Explorers traveling to different corners of the world to get up close and personal with the weirdest, most unusual, dangerous and thrilling spectacles of the planet.

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6.6

American Experience

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7.9

The National Parks: America's Best Idea

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7.4

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7.9

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7.0

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6.5

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8.1

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7.4

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7.7

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7.4

Marvel's 616

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8.2

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8.1

Animal

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7.4

MegaStructures

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2004 · TV

7.4

Marvel Studios Legends

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7.9

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