Discovery Channel to Celebrate Thanksgiving with Six-Episode Series, LIFE STORY

Thanksgiving is a time for family and friends to gather around, and this year, Discovery Channel will be celebrating the holiday with a six-episode marathon of the powerful Discovery Channel/BBC co-production, LIFE STORY airing Thursday, November 22nd from 6PM - 12AM ET/PT.

This is a story that unites humans with every animal on the planet and takes viewers on a glorious adventure - THE JOURNEY through life. Follow the struggles and triumphs of individual animals as they navigate this journey, filled with hope, facing danger, actions of breathtaking boldness, extraordinary behaviors and, success against the odds. The series follows the animals' journey through six crucial stages: taking their first steps in the world, growing up, finding a home, gaining power, winning a mate, succeeding as a parent and ultimately, leaving a legacy and creating the next generation.

Discovery Channel is dedicated to creating the highest quality non-fiction content that informs and entertains its consumers about the world in all its wonder, diversity and amazement. The network, which is distributed to 100.8 million U.S. homes, can be seen in 224 countries and territories, offering a signature mix of compelling, high-end production values and vivid cinematography across genres including, Science and technology, exploration, adventure, history and in-depth, behind-the-scenes glimpses at the people, places and organizations that shape and share our world. For more information please visit www.discovery.com.