Apple TV+ debuts trailer for The Wild Ones documentary series
Today, Apple TV+ unveiled the trailer for The Wild Ones, a six-part documentary adventure series that follows a team of elite wildlife experts as they journey into the world’s most remote and unforgiving environments to find, film and help protect critically endangered species. All episodes of the series will premiere globally on Friday, July 11, on Apple TV+.
Featuring former Royal Marines Commando and expedition leader Aldo Kane, wildlife and camera trap expert Declan Burley, and ecological storyteller and wildlife cinematographer Vianet Djenguet, “The Wild Ones” blends high-stakes adventure with groundbreaking science and conservation. Together, the trio travels to six countries—Malaysia, Mongolia, Armenia, Indonesia, Canada and Gabon—capturing rare footage of elusive and endangered species, including the Malayan tiger, Gobi bear, Caucasian leopard, Javan rhino, North Atlantic right whale and Western lowland gorilla.
By deploying over 350 custom-built remote cameras, thermal drones, wearable underwater tags and AI-powered imaging technology, the team is breaking new ground in wildlife filmmaking—capturing intimate animal behavior never seen before while supporting active conservation missions on the ground. The team’s discoveries have already contributed to the identification of a new individual rhino, the protection of a new tiger cub litter and the advancement of anti-poaching efforts.
Joining forces with local experts, the trio uses cutting-edge camera technology to uncover the secrets of these rare creatures, including the first-ever footage of the world’s most endangered wild tiger to be filmed in Malaysia’s Royal Tiger Reserve; thermal night imagery of the elusive Gobi bear, filmed deep in the Mongolian desert; a face-to-face encounter with a wild silverback gorilla in the forests of Gabon; and, a real-time whale rescue in the North Atlantic. The series showcases the threats these endangered species face and how each is intimately connected to the wider ecosystem in which it lives, while bringing awareness and support to the scientific endeavours and long-term conservation efforts to help save them.
Watch the official trailer for The Wild Ones.
Road trip comedy indie film Band on the Run set for release on June 17
Directed by Jeff Hupp, Brian Cusac and Merritt Fritchie, Band on the Run, a heartfelt rock-music road trip dramedy set against the vibrant backdrop of Detroit’s late-1990s garage rock explosion, will be released on VOD and on DVD, starting June 17, 2025.
Starring in the movie are Larry Bagby (‘Thomas’), Matt Perl (‘Jesse’), Dylan Randazzo (‘Cody’), Daniel Blair (‘Maxime,) Landon Tavernier (‘J.J.’), Youssef Fadel (‘Seff’), Sammy Ketcham (‘Dave’), Korin Visocchi (‘Lynn’), Jessie Pettit (‘Candy’), Jake Eberle (‘Manny’), Steve Larson (‘Twin #1’), Chris Plum (‘Twin #2’), Alayna Patten Neilly (‘Mara Emteevee’), Merritt Fritchie (‘Craig’), Yolanda Davis (‘MTV VJ’), Elyssa Smith (‘Ginger’), David Below (‘Eduardo’), Mary Ann Hupp (‘Austin Nurse’), Lily Paul (‘Uber Fan’), and Chris Johnston (‘The Man’).
Set in the adrenaline-fueled era of Detroit’s 1999 garage-rock scene, Band on the Run follows Jesse, a struggling young musician juggling aspirations for rock stardom with the demands of caring for his chronically ill father, Thomas. When Jesse’s band unexpectedly scores an invitation to perform at the coveted South by Southwest (SXSW) festival—just as Detroit nemesis, band Bull Roar, also gets their shot—they take Thomas and their eclectic bandmates on a chaotic road trip to Austin, Texas. Rivalries flare, and a series of comedic and poignant encounters reveal deep-seated family dynamics and dreams deferred.
As tensions peak and Thomas’s health deteriorates, Jesse must confront his fears, failures, and future in music. An explosive showdown with Bull Roar unexpectedly catapults the band onto MTV, complicating Jesse’s aspirations. After a critical health scare with Thomas, Jesse faces a pivotal choice: walk away or stand tall. Ultimately, he embraces his passion, leading to an unforgettable performance that captures industry attention and rekindles his belief in music and family. The journey home to Detroit sets the stage for a powerful conclusion about chasing dreams against the odds.
“Band on the Run immerses audiences into a defining moment in Detroit rock history, letting them feel every beat, every clash, and every laugh inside a band’s grungy van,” said filmmaker Jeff Hupp “It’s a candid exploration of the hopes, dreams, and generational struggles that come with the pursuit of rock-and-roll greatness.”
Watch the trailer for Band on the Run.