Man vs. Wild

About Man vs. Wild

Man vs. Wild, also known as Bear Grylls: Born Survivor, is an adventure reality television series that was first aired in 2011. The show features British adventurer Bear Grylls navigating through some of the most extreme landscapes on earth, including dense forests, towering mountains, and arid deserts. Grylls puts his survival skills to the ultimate test, challenging himself to subsist off the land while educating viewers on survival techniques and the harsh realities of living in the wilderness.

Making / Production

The show was produced by Diverse Productions, which is now part of Shine Limited. Man vs. Wild was shot on location in various remote locations around the world. Each episode involves a number of production crew members who carefully plan and coordinate each extreme adventure.

Actors

• Bear Grylls - As the host and sole cast member, Grylls leads viewers on gripping survival journeys. His resilience and resourcefulness play a critical role in each episode, showcasing his extensive survival knowledge.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• Every season of Man vs. Wild includes seven episodes, each set in different geographical locations.
• Bear Grylls served in the British Special Forces, which honed his survival skills.
• While most episodes feature Grylls alone, some episodes include celebrity guests such as Will Ferrell, Jake Gyllenhaal, and Ben Stiller.

Awards

This show hasn't received specific awards, but it has been widely recognized for its contribution to adventure and survival-themed programming.

Quotes

• "Survival can be summed up in three words – never give up. That’s the heart of it really. Just keep trying." – Bear Grylls
• "The line between life or death is determined by what we are willing to do." – Bear Grylls

Music, Soundtrack

• The show is known for its suspenseful and adventurous music, composed by Richard Spiller and performed by the City of Prague Philharmonic Orchestra.
• The theme song “Born Survivor” captures the essence of the show and became synonymous with the adventure and peril Grylls faced in each episode.