Breakthrough

A man with a lab coat and stethoscope is looking at the camera.

National Geographic Channels / G.E. series

Executive Producer of science documentary anthology: Major film directors and creative talent take a thought-provoking and imaginative look at scientific achievement as it unfolds. Each episode follows real-life explorers working on cutting-edge projects with breakthrough potential, from the water shortage crisis as seen by Angela Bassett to the secrets of longevity helmed by Ron Howard. Co-funded by National Geographic Channels and General Electric, with producing partners Imagine Entertainment and Asylum Entertainment, also featuring Brett Ratner, Peter Berg, Paul Giamatti, and Akiva Goldsman.