The World According to Jeff Goldblum (2019)
"Everything he touches turns to Goldblum."
Synopsis
Through the prism of Jeff Goldblum's always inquisitive and highly entertaining mind, nothing is as it seems. Each episode is centered around something we all love — like sneakers or ice cream — as Jeff pulls the thread on these deceptively familiar objects and unravels a wonderful world of astonishing connections, fascinating science and history, amazing people, and a whole lot of surprising big ideas and insights.
Creator
Arif Nurmohamed, Chris Kugelman, Sara Brailsford
Network
Disney+
Episodes
Sneakers
Jeff sets out to investigate the multi-million billion dollar industry of sneakers. His journey includes the basketball court, the boardroom, the country's sneaker convention - Sneaker Con - and Adidas' high tech labs.
Ice Cream
Jeff Goldblum takes his tastebuds on a delectable trip within the world of ice cream. He forages for ingredients in the wild and serves the treat from a van at the Las Vegas Rockabilly Festival.
Tattoos
Jeff gets under the skin of the tattoo community and discovers a world of passionate artists, deep history and eccentric personalities.
Denim
Jeff Goldblum slips into the tight-fitting, powerful world of DENIM.
BBQ
Jeff Goldblum embarks on a mouthwatering, smoky tour of all things BBQ.
Gaming
Jeff Goldblum plugs in to the world of GAMING and all it has to offer.
Bikes
Jeff Goldblum pedals through the world of BIKES as he investigates this transportation transformation and the future of mobility. From witnessing jaw-dropping stunts of BMX riders to visiting the cutting-edge facilities of Specialized Bikes, Jeff investigates how this old mode of transport is heading in new directions. He commits himself to discover what bikes truly mean to their owners.
RVs
Jeff Goldblum rolls into the RV capital of the world to investigate the unique mode of transport and the lifestyle that goes with it. He witnesses the RV Summer Super Show; tours an RV manufacturing factory; and rides with a family who has chosen to live permanently on the road. Through it all, he ponders the conflict between our need for stability and desire to roam free.
Coffee
Jeff Goldblum is buzzed about Coffee as he learns the secrets behind its popularity and ubiquity. From driving cattle on the Texan plains to enjoying a late-night cup of Joe and meeting the brains behind ‘Latte Art,’ Jeff delves into a drink that’s becoming both an art and a science,while he also plays a crucial role in facilitating social interaction.
Cosmetics
Jeff Goldblum faces the truth about cosmetics and discovers that it is a vehicle for both embracing who you are or becoming someone else entirely. From taking a crash course on all things cosmetic and learning the spiritual meaning behind Native American face designs to getting groovy at a drag-queenshow, Jeff gets to the root of why the world is crazy for cosmetics.
Pools
Jeff Goldblum takes a dip into the world of pools and follows his curiosity about its impact and ability to break boundaries. Jeff’s journey includes experiencing an LA water park, an aqua-therapy center and NASA’s neutral buoyancy lab, where he discovers firsthand the unique qualities of water and our relationship to it. He even tries his hand at synchronized swim routines in the process.
Jewelry
Jeff learns all that glitters is ‘gold’ when he takes a shimmering journey to unveil the extravagant joy of jewelry, including a visit to the jewelry masters who craft custom gold-and-diamond-encrusted Grillz for wealthy celebrity clients. He also discovers how sparkles play a large role at an Indian wedding; visits the HQ of a diamond foundry; and gets swept up in a New Orleans street parade.
Cast
Trailer
Details
Original Title
The World According to Jeff Goldblum
Status
Canceled
Seasons
2
Episodes
22
Production
National Geographic, Nutopia
