Explorer: Lost in the Arctic
Synopsis
Sir John Franklin set off from England in 1845 with two ships and 129 men to be the first to navigate the Northwest Passage, a new trade route over the top of the world, when Franklin’s ships vanished without a trace. Now, a team of explorers attempts to solve the mystery by retracing Franklin’s route in search of his long-lost tomb.
Release History & Theatrical Window
August 25, 2023
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Renan Öztürk
- Original Title
- Explorer: Lost in the Arctic
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 42m
- Production Studios
- National Geographic
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Renan Öztürk
Department Leadership Roster
Renan Öztürk
Director
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What is Explorer: Lost in the Arctic about?
Sir John Franklin set off from England in 1845 with two ships and 129 men to be the first to navigate the Northwest Passage, a new trade route over the top of the world, when Franklin’s ships vanished without a trace. Now, a team of explorers attempts to solve the mystery by retracing Franklin’s route in search of his long-lost tomb.
Who directed Explorer: Lost in the Arctic?
Explorer: Lost in the Arctic was directed by Renan Öztürk.
Who stars in Explorer: Lost in the Arctic?
The principal cast of Explorer: Lost in the Arctic includes Not specified.
When was Explorer: Lost in the Arctic released and how long is it?
Explorer: Lost in the Arctic was released in 2023 with a total runtime of 42m.