Just in time for summer, Netflix is making a splash with All the Sharks, a fast-paced, six-episode series that turns shark science into a full-blown global competition.
Premiering July 4, 2025, this wild underwater adventure drops four expert teams into some of the world’s most jaw-dropping marine ecosystems. Their mission? Spot, photograph, and document as many shark species as possible all while racing against the clock and each other.
Shark Science Meets Reality Competition
Hosted by marine biologist and broadcaster Tom “The Blowfish” Hird, All the Sharks isn’t your average nature show. It’s part wildlife doc, part team-based showdown, and it comes with real stakes. The team that racks up the most shark sightings wins $50,000 for their chosen marine conservation charity. But along the way, they’ll face unpredictable conditions, territorial species, and some of the rarest sharks in existence.
Each episode takes viewers to a different aquatic hotspot from the Caribbean’s coral reefs to the darker, colder trenches of the Pacific, showcasing both the beauty and fragility of these ocean environments.
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What Kind of Sharks Will We See?
The series doesn’t just stick to the “great white” tropes. Expect an incredible range of species, including:
- Great Hammerheads – critically endangered and rarely filmed
- Epaulette Sharks – remarkable for their ability to “walk” on land using their fins
- Tiger Sharks, Reef Sharks, Whale Sharks, and more
Through stunning underwater photography and candid expert commentary, All the Sharks brings these misunderstood predators into clear, cinematic focus, making a case for why saving them is critical to the health of our oceans.
The Contestants
GREAT BRITISH BAIT OFF
Sarah Roberts
Sarah is a deeply passionate environmental journalist, author, and presenter, who began her career in animal behaviour specialising in sharks. After being bitten by a lemon shark whilst working at Bimini Shark Lab, Sarah took a short break from the field to write her debut children’s book, Somebody Swallowed Stanley, which received high acclaim after being read to a British national audience by Tom Hardy on CBeebies bedtime stories. Sarah’s work has taken her from grizzly bear guiding in remote Canadian wilderness to documenting climate change technology in Iceland. She has previously reported on various human-wildlife conflicts, including shark fishing and tiger hunting, and now she is one of the three hosts of That’s Just Wild – an adventurous new podcast diving into the untamed and unpredictable world of nature, which released on 3rd June and is already topping the apple charts.
Dan Abbot
Dan is a wildlife cinematographer, specializing in marine megafauna. He has had a passion for sharks since a young age, but seeing his first great white in his late 20s turned his life around. He now films sharks all over the world, guides trips to see them, and delivered a TED talk on white shark behavior.
LAND SHARKS
Rosie Moore
Rosie Moore is a scientist and explorer dedicated to the study of apex predators, including sharks, crocodiles, and large snakes. She uses geospatial technology to examine patterns of movement and human-wildlife conflict in vulnerable ecosystems. Driven by a passion for conservation and outreach, her work connects science and society to foster coexistence with Earth’s top predators.
Randy Thomas
Randy, a Detroit, MI native, is a wildlife biologist for the U.S. Air Force and underwater filmmaker. He works with a wide range of species—from desert wildlife to sharks—and partners with nonprofits to promote marine science, scuba education, and shark conservation. Randy’s social media presence, The Adventures of 5K (TAO5K) is a place to bridge the gap between wildlife and humanity through the sectors of travel, adventure , outreach, fitness( health and wellness) and knowledge . In his downtime, he hosts community nature events, makes pet supplies, and does home renovations. A jack of all trades, he’s currently developing a diversity-focused project with PADI.
SHARK DOCS
Chris Malinowski
Dr. Chris Malinowski is a marine biologist and conservation researcher who earned his PhD from Florida State University, specializing in fish ecology and spawning behavior. His research dives deep into the world of marine megafauna including sharks and the mighty Atlantic Goliath Grouper, examining everything from mercury exposure effects to abundance patterns and conservation strategies. A passionate SCUBA diver with an infectious love for the ocean, Dr. Malinowski combines hands-on field research with education and outreach to inspire others to protect and preserve our planet’s incredible marine ecosystems and the magnificent species that call them home.
Brendan Talwar
Brendan is a marine fisheries ecologist at Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego and a member of the IUCN Shark Specialist Group, where he studies the conservation and management of threatened species, including many sharks and their relatives, as well as sustainable fishing and healthy seafood. He has contributed to over 40 scientific publications and conservation assessments, bridged science and federal policy, and shared his love of the ocean with many students throughout his career spanning the world’s tropical and subtropical oceans.
GILLS GONE WILD
Aliah Banchik Aliah Banchik is a shark and ray researcher, underwater photographer, and Explorers Club grantee with hundreds of hours spent diving underwater. A certified scuba instructor and free diver, her work combines elasmobranch ecology, field research, and visual storytelling to drive conservation impact. She founded The FINstitute to create hands-on, field-based learning opportunities for early-career scientists, believing that the most powerful way to protect sharks was to train and mobilize her peers to enhance real-world conservation efforts. Through collaborative science, international partnerships, and advocacy for neurodiversity in STEM—including her TEDx talk on dyslexia—Aliah is building a new wave of inclusive, action-oriented marine research.
MJ Algarra
MJ Algarra is an environmentalist, underwater photographer, freediver, and spearfisher who has dedicated her life to protecting the world’s oceans. As the Founder and CEO of Clean This Beach Up, a Florida-based nonprofit organization, she empowers communities through education, awareness, and action. Her multifaceted approach includes organizing impactful shoreline cleanups, conducting educational workshops, and spearheading coastal restoration efforts. A passionate advocate for ocean conservation, MJ champions policy reforms and community engagement to break free from single-use plastics and foster a sustainable future. Through her social media platforms and volunteer audience, MJ also leverages storytelling to advocate for shark conservation, sharing her experiences and insights as a shark diver to reframe the narrative on sharks, from monsters to marvels, and from feared to revered. Through her work, MJ not only champions ocean conservation but also serves as a role model for Latinas in STEM and environmental fields, empowering them to pursue careers in conservation and make a lasting impact.
Who’s Behind the Series?
Produced by Best Production Company, the series is executive produced by Kevin Bartel, Myke Clarkson, Devon Massyn, and Chad Hammel, veterans of action and adventure television with deep ties to wildlife storytelling. With Hird’s energetic, science-forward hosting style, the show balances educational value with adrenaline-fueled entertainment.
Series Details
- Series Title: All the Sharks
- Premiere Date: July 4, 2025
- Episodes: 6
- Host: Tom “The Blowfish” Hird
- Format: Competition + Nature Doc
- Prize: $50,000 to winning team’s marine charity
- Executive Producers: Kevin Bartel, Myke Clarkson, Devon Massyn, Chad Hammel
- Production Company: Best Production Company
In an era where shark populations are declining at alarming rates, All the Sharks finds an entertaining way to amplify a vital message: sharks aren’t monsters they’re misunderstood guardians of marine balance. The show educates without preaching, using its competition format to pull in curious viewers who may never have sought out a shark documentary.
The Poster
