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Older series fans may still remember animal film gems such as "The Desert Lives", in which Disney created a humorously commented monument to animal heroes big and small. Disney+ all-purpose weapon Ryan Reynolds now seems to be heading in a similar direction, no longer just as Deadpool or soccer club owner, but also as an animal documentary commentator. With his humorous and self-deprecating tone, however, he also fits in perfectly with the format of the new National Geographic series "Underdogs", which shines a hilarious spotlight on those animal inhabitants of the earth who tend to be overlooked. Tricky "underdogs" who, thanks to their shrewd nature, are suitable as real identification figures. And as a projection screen for that very special Reynolds humor that is best enjoyed in the original - and on the big screen.

Starting June 16 on Disney+ for streaming and on June 19 at 8:15 p.m. on National Geographic WILD.