WHEN SHARKS ATTACK

Coastlines from Maine to California are witnessing an unsettling phenomenon: shark attacks in rapid succession at unexpected spots. In When Sharks Attack, National Geographic Channel brings together cutting‑edge underwater cinematography, archival reports, and firsthand testimony from vacationers, scientists, and eyewitnesses to unravel what’s driving these apex predators closer to shore—and into our headlines.

Beyond the headlines, this is a story about our changing oceans—and our place within them. By examining environmental shifts, human impact, and shark behavior, When Sharks Attack offers vital clues for both public safety and marine conservation.