Shark Week
“Shark n’ awe!”
Series Overview
The Discovery Channel's Shark Week, first broadcast on July 17, 1987, is a weeklong series of feature television programs dedicated to sharks. Held annually, normally in July or August, Shark Week was originally developed to raise awareness and respect for sharks. It is the longest-running cable television programming event in history. Now broadcast in over 72 countries, Shark Week is promoted heavily via social networks like Facebook and Twitter.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.
39 Seasons • 459 Episodes
42 min per episode
1988 – Present
Premiered: Sun, Jul 17, 1988
Creative Production Team
Latest Aired Episode
Season 39, Episode 20: “Thresher Shark: Stun to Kill”
Dr. Craig O'Connell and Aliah Banchik deploy state-of-the-art tech as they try to capture the thresher's deadly tail whip on film in the Philippines.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
1988
4 Episodes →
1989
3 Episodes →
1990
2 Episodes →
1991
3 Episodes →
1992
6 Episodes →
1993
5 Episodes →
1994
9 Episodes →
1995
4 Episodes →
1996
5 Episodes →
1997
7 Episodes →
1998
6 Episodes →
1999
5 Episodes →
2000
6 Episodes →
2001
5 Episodes →
2002
4 Episodes →
2003
7 Episodes →
2004
8 Episodes →
2005
4 Episodes →
2006
7 Episodes →
2007
8 Episodes →
2008
6 Episodes →
2009
14 Episodes →
2010
7 Episodes →
2011
8 Episodes →
2012
10 Episodes →
2013
11 Episodes →
2014
14 Episodes →
2015
16 Episodes →
2016
17 Episodes →
2017
19 Episodes →
2018
26 Episodes →
2019
24 Episodes →
2020
29 Episodes →
2021
44 Episodes →
2022
24 Episodes →
2023
21 Episodes →
2024
21 Episodes →
2025
20 Episodes →
2026
20 Episodes →
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
Shark Week is BACK with Host Jason Momoa | Shark Week 2023Official
Type: Trailer • Published 2023-06-20
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
TV-14: Parents Strongly Cautioned — Contains material unsuitable for children under 14.
International Certification Matrix
Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.
Parents Strongly Cautioned — Contains material unsuitable for children under 14.
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Shark Week
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What is Shark Week about?
The Discovery Channel's Shark Week, first broadcast on July 17, 1987, is a weeklong series of feature television programs dedicated to sharks. Held annually, normally in July or August, Shark Week was originally developed to raise awareness and respect for sharks. It is the longest-running cable television programming event in history. Now broadcast in over 72 countries, Shark Week is promoted heavily via social networks like Facebook and Twitter.
How many seasons does Shark Week have?
Shark Week comprises 39 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in Shark Week?
Key cast members in Shark Week include Not specified.
Who created or directed Shark Week?
Shark Week was developed and directed by Not specified.