Naked And Afraid: Apocalypse appears to be a worthy spin-off to the main franchise, Naked And Afraid, which kicked off twelve years ago in 2013. The original show has an intriguing storyline, with survivalists braving harsh environments completely unclothed.
Each cast member would typically begin their journey naked, with only one personal item, such as a knife or a fire starter. Their ultimate goal was to survive for three weeks, which involved building a shelter, sourcing food and water, maintaining cleanliness, and reaching the extraction point by the end of the challenge.
Discovery’s hit show, Naked And Afraid, has captivated viewers for years and quickly became one of the network’s most-watched shows. With its premiere drawing in 4 million viewers, the show’s popularity only continues to grow over time.
Over the past twelve years, Discovery has expanded the franchise with various spin-offs, including Naked And Afraid XL, where teams of twelve must survive for forty days, and Naked And Afraid: Alone, Solo, featuring single contestants. The latest addition to the franchise is Naked And Afraid: Apocalypse, which pushed boundaries even further as twelve survivalists attempted to survive in a post-apocalyptic world.
Naked And Afraid: Apocalypse Season 1: Latest News
Naked And Afraid: Apocalypse Season 1 Was Announced In June 2025
The official YouTube channel of Warner Bros. Discovery released the first trailer for Naked And Afraid: Apocalypse in June 2025. The teaser gave viewers a glimpse of the post-apocalyptic settings they can expect in the upcoming season, featuring barren wastelands reminiscent of Mad Max, animal skeletons scattered across the landscape, and crumbling buildings.

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The trailer also highlighted the challenges faced by the cast members as they struggle to survive in the harsh and arid conditions. One intense moment showed a survivalist gasping for air, claiming he couldn’t breathe, while another scene depicted a member of the group getting injured, with a quick cut to a fully grown lion charging towards the cameras.
Discovery has dubbed the show a “new survival saga,” featuring survivalists trying to endure and flee a desolate wasteland. The trailer concludes by questioning whether the cast members will triumph or falter. According to Warner Bros. Discovery, the new show differs from the original series, focusing on the journey of survivalists to civilization amidst daunting obstacles, including predators, illness, and more.
Naked And Afraid: Apocalypse Season 1: Latest Cast
Naked And Afraid: Apocalypse Season 1 Has 12 Survivalists
According to People, Naked and Afraid: Apocalypse season 1 will feature a cast of twelve survivalists and a production crew. The new show will feature familiar faces, like Steven Lee Hall, Amber Hargrove, and Waz Addy.
The show will also introduce new participants like Miranda Adams, Teal Bulthuis, Frank Eytcheson, Wes Harper, Steven Kelley, Joseph Prouse, Kelly Roske, Russell Sage, and Alexa Towersey. The mix of veterans and newcomers in the cast is expected to bring an exciting dynamic to the show.
Naked And Afraid: Apocalypse Season 1: Premiere Date
Naked And Afraid: Apocalypse Season 1 Debuts On July 27
Naked And Afraid: Apocalypse is a spin-off show with a different release schedule than the original. Instead of following suit, it airs on July 27, 2025, at 8:00 p.m. EDT on the Discovery Channel. Set in South Africa, the location seems ideal for the show. Fans seem excited to see how Naked And Afraid: Apocalypse unfolds.
Source: Warner Bros. Discovery/YouTube

Naked and Afraid
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June 23, 2013
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Discovery
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Michael Brown
Self – Survivalist