Offering a wide variety of programming, Animal Planet delivers an ambitious Upfront slate of epic dramas, larger-than-life characters, extreme monster mysteries, an irresistible amount of cute and for the first time, a big, loud, competition reality show.įrom the producers of DIRTY JOBS, TOP SHOT and other hit shows comes Animal Planet's new competition reality series, TOP HOOKER (wt). "Our new slate reflects Animal Planet's emotional range and sense of purpose, delivering TV that impacts how we view and interact with the natural world around us." "This year, we kindled a spark on New Year's Day with FINDING BIGFOOT, and now we're on fire," says Marjorie Kaplan, president and general manager of Animal Planet.
Heading into the Upfront with strong momentum, Animal Planet has seen a nearly 25 percent ratings increase with both men and women driving gains.
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The Planet's bringing back 13 returning "Surprisingly Human" hit series and introducing a pack of new titles. (New York, April 5, 2012) - This Upfront season, Animal Planet advances its richest slate of original programming to date. ANIMAL PLANET GETS AHEAD OF THE PACK WITH ITS 2012-13 UPFRONT ENTERTAINMENT SLATE Planet’s Surprisingly Human Lineup Boasts a Slew of New Programming And 13 Returning Series