Jurassic Sharks
Synopsis
The special takes viewers deep into prehistoric waters to explore the ancient ancestors of today's sharks. Using animation, the episode highlights some of the most feared prehistoric ocean creatures, including the Dunkleosteus, the buzzsaw shark (Helicoprion), and the scissor-toothed shark (Edestus).
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Release History & Theatrical Window
July 28, 2026
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
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- Original Title
- Jurassic Sharks
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 42m
- Production Studios
- Discovery
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Marissa Donovan, Carter Figueroa, Joseph Schneier
Department Leadership Roster
Marissa Donovan
Producer
Carter Figueroa
Producer
Joseph Schneier
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Jurassic Sharks
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Jurassic Sharks about?
The special takes viewers deep into prehistoric waters to explore the ancient ancestors of today's sharks. Using animation, the episode highlights some of the most feared prehistoric ocean creatures, including the Dunkleosteus, the buzzsaw shark (Helicoprion), and the scissor-toothed shark (Edestus).
Who directed Jurassic Sharks?
Jurassic Sharks was directed by Not specified.
Who stars in Jurassic Sharks?
The principal cast of Jurassic Sharks includes Kelsey Banks, Austin Gallagher.
When was Jurassic Sharks released and how long is it?
Jurassic Sharks was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 42m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Jurassic Sharks?
Jurassic Sharks holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).