Bear Grylls Is Running Wild: Which Celebrities Are Joining and How to Watch?

For years now, we have seen Bear Grylls chart numerous adventures across glaciers, varied mountain ranges, parched deserts, and even dense rainforests. Now, he is back with a rebranded show on Fox, titled Bear Grylls Is Running Wild, which is essentially the ninth season of Running Wild With Bear Grylls. Nothing can stop him from achieving what he sets out to do, and this time he is joined by several new celebrities who will undertake a treacherous journey they will remember for a lifetime. 

Premiering on Fox on April 21, 2026, at 9 pm ET, the show marks a major return after a three-year gap and a shift from its previous homes, NBC and National Geographic.

At the same time, the format and the grit with which Grylls undertakes all such adventures remain similar. Expect Grylls to explore extreme wilderness locations for a 48-hour survival adventure, along with popular celebrities who will be pushed to their absolute limits. Here’s a breakdown of everything we know about the new show, including guest stars and streaming details. 

Show Name	Bear Grylls Is Running Wild
Streaming / Network	Fox (premiere), Hulu (next day)
Release Date	April 21, 2026
Stars	Bear Grylls + celebrity guests
Showrunner / Creator	Delbert Shoopman

Which Celebrities Will Star In Bear Grylls Is Running Wild?

The new season features a strong lineup of popular celebrities from across film, comedy, and music. Confirmed participants include Matthew McConaughey, Uma Thurman, Elizabeth Banks, Colman Domingo, Tiffany Haddish, Machine Gun Kelly, Rhys Darby, and Michelle Monaghan. (via Fox)

Starting with an episode featuring the rugged actor McConaughey, each subsequent episode pairs Grylls with a celebrity, challenging them to go through tricky terrains, including icy wilderness, mountainous regions, and dense forests. Survival is an obvious goal, but the end goal of the entire experience is transformation. Guests are pushed physically and emotionally, revealing personal stories in the process.

This season also stands out for its scale and variety. Fans will get to see an unseen version of their favorite stars who will find their way out in the end. The show will also feature intense conversations that will force both Grylls and his celebrity guest on the episode to realize their inner demons and confront their worst fears. 

How Many Episodes Are There in Bear Grylls Is Running Wild?

Based on the previous format followed by the Running Wild series featuring Grylls, each guest gets one episode dedicated to their adventure with the host. With 8 episodes, this series is set to explore various landscapes with each guest. 

Episode NameRelease Date

S1.E1 ∙ Bear With Matthew McConaughey	April 21, 2026
S1.E2 ∙ Bear With Uma Thurman	April 28, 2026
S1.E3 ∙ Bear With Elizabeth Banks	May 5, 2026
S1.E4 ∙ Bear With Tiffany Haddish	May 12, 2026
S1.E5 ∙ Bear With Colman Domingo	May 19, 2026
S1.E6 ∙ Bear With Michelle Monaghan	May 26, 2026
S1.E7 ∙ Bear With Rhys Darby	June 2, 2026
S1.E8 ∙ Bear With MGK	June 9, 2026

The release schedule seems to be weekly with viewers getting a chance to immerse themselves in the series one episode at a time. 

Where Is Bear Grylls Is Running Wild Streaming?

Bear Grylls Is Running Wild is set to air weekly on Fox, with its premiere scheduled for April 21, 2026, at 9 pm ET. The move to Fox marks a significant shift for the franchise, which previously aired on NBC and later on National Geographic. 

Time Zone / Region	Converted Time
Eastern Time (ET) – US East Coast	9:00 PM
Central Time (CT) – US Central	8:00 PM
Mountain Time (MT) – US Mountain	7:00 PM
Pacific Time (PT) – US West Coast	6:00 PM
Alaska Time (AKT) – Alaska	5:00 PM
Hawaii-Aleutian Time (HAT) – Hawaii	3:00 PM
Samoa Standard Time – American Samoa	2:00 PM
Hawaii-Aleutian Standard Time – Hawaii/Cook Islands	3:00 PM
Eastern Standard Time – Peru/Colombia/Jamaica	8:00 PM
Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) – UK/Ireland	1:00 AM (next day)
Central European Time (CET) – Germany/France/Italy	2:00 AM (next day)
Arabia/East Africa Time – Saudi Arabia/Kenya	4:00 AM (next day)
India Standard Time (IST) – India/Sri Lanka	6:30 AM (next day)
China Standard Time – China/Singapore	9:00 AM (next day)
Japan Standard Time – Japan/South Korea	10:00 AM (next day)
New Zealand Standard Time – New Zealand/Fiji	1:00 PM (next day)

For viewers who prefer streaming, episodes become available the next day on Hulu in the United States. International streaming availability varies, but based on past seasons, platforms like Disney+ may eventually host the show in certain regions. However, as of now, Fox and Hulu remain the primary confirmed options for watching the latest season.

Bear Grylls Is Running Wild promises authentic moments forged in the harshest conditions imaginable. Are you ready to immerse yourselves in the vivid landscapes of the world as Grylls satisfies his itch for adventure? Share your thoughts in the comments. 

Bear Grylls Is Running Wild is available to watch on Fox from April 21, 2026. It will stream on Hulu the next day.