River Monsters

About River Monsters

River Monsters is an intriguing TV series that first aired in 2009. The show, a British and American co-production, is presented by wildlife expert and extreme angler Jeremy Wade who embarks on a worldwide quest to solve the greatest fish stories ever told. Each episode traces the fearless explorer as he investigates freshwater mysteries, gets hands-on with extraordinary piscatorial queries, and transforms into a detective who breaks the cases surrounding the elusive creatures of the deep.

Making / Production

River Monsters is a product of Icon Films, a production company based in Bristol in the UK. The series was originally commissioned by Animal Planet, and it was shot at various locations all over the globe, reflecting the extensive nature of the narrator’s search for the truth about 'river monsters'. The series has been lauded for its innovative blend of travel, adventure, anthropology, and natural history.

Actors

• Jeremy Wade: Jeremy Wade is the host and lead of River Monsters. A seasoned explorer and angler, he delivered a memorable performance as an investigator of aquatic mysteries, bringing a captivating blend of curiosity, commitment, and courage.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• River Monsters is the most watched series in the history of Animal Planet.
• The series was aired in over 100 countries.
• Jeremy Wade has a background in biology and teaching, which he puts to use in the series to explain the science behind the show.

Quotes

• "Freshwater has been my life, and now I'm going out to marine waters to find the next River Monster." - Jeremy Wade.
• "The fact is, fish are fascinating, and most people don't give them enough credit." - Jeremy Wade.

Music, Soundtrack

• The theme and background music for River Monsters was composed by Daniel Pemberton, enhancing the adventurous tone of the series.