Shark Week

Shark Week (1988- )

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Shark Week is an annual, week-long TV programming block created by Tom Golden at the Discovery Channel, which features shark-based programming. Shark Week originally premiered on July 17, 1988.

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ScheduleMonday - Sunday (daily) at 20:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
2024-07-13Mothersharker: Hammer TimeJul 13, 2024
2024-07-13SharktopiaJul 13, 2024
2024-07-12Shark Attack IslandJul 12, 2024
2024-07-12Sharks of the Dead ZoneJul 12, 2024
2024-07-12The Real SharkanoJul 12, 2024
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Shark Week premiere?

Shark Week premiered on July 17, 1988.

Who was the first host of Shark Week?

The first host of Shark Week was Jaws author Peter Benchley.

How many episodes were in the first season of Shark Week?

The first season of Shark Week had only three episodes.

What was the theme of the very first Shark Week?

The theme of the very first Shark Week was Shark Attack: Survival Guide.

What was the highest-rated episode of Shark Week in 1988?

There is no information available about the ratings of Shark Week episodes in 1988.

Who produced Shark Week in 1988?

Shark Week in 1988 was produced by the Discovery Channel.

Who were some of the shark experts featured in Shark Week 1988?

Some of the shark experts featured in Shark Week 1988 were Rodney Fox, Stan Waterman, and Dr. John McCosker.

What was the format of Shark Week in 1988?

The format of Shark Week in 1988 was a documentary-style with educational segments on sharks.

What was the most thrilling moment of Shark Week in 1988?

There is no information available on the most thrilling moment of Shark Week in 1988.

Was Shark Week part of a larger TV program in 1988?

There is no information available to suggest that Shark Week was part of a larger TV program in 1988.

Has Shark Week been on every year since 1988?

There is no information available to suggest whether Shark Week has been on every year since 1988 or not.

What was the reaction from viewers after the first season of Shark Week?

There is no information available on the viewers' reactions after the first season of Shark Week.

How many species of sharks were featured in the first season of Shark Week?

There is no information available on how many species of sharks were featured in the first season of Shark Week.

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