“Lost In The Jungle” Trailer Released

Disney has announced new details, including revealing a trailer for the upcoming National Geographic documentary, “Lost In The Jungle”, which is coming soon to Disney+, Hulu and the National Geographic channel.

The documentary comes from award-winning directing-producing team Chai Vasarhelyi and Jimmy Chin (“Free Solo,” “The Rescue”), and Emmy and BAFTA Award-winning filmmaker Juan Camilo Cruz (“In Her Hands,” “Messi’s World Cup”). For the first time ever, the four Indigenous children who survived the Colombian plane crash on May 1, 2023—and then endured 40 days alone in the jungle—share their extraordinary story of survival, told in their own words. Award-winning producers Simon Chinn (“Man on Wire,” “Searching for Sugar Man”) and Jonathan Chinn (“LA 92,” “TINA”) of Lightbox are producers alongside Guillermo Galdos of Pacha Films, Anna Barnes of Little Monster Films and Mark Grieco.

After a deadly plane crash strands four young siblings deep within the Amazon, a dramatic rescue mission unfolds, uniting Indigenous trackers and the Colombian military in a race against time. For the first time ever, “Lost In The Jungle” offers the exclusive account of this incredible true story directly from the children themselves and the rescuers who scoured the rainforest for a gruelling 40 days and nights to find them. “Lost In The Jungle” is a gripping tale of survival, courage and hope.

“Lost In The Jungle” will get its world premiere at Telluride Film Festival this weekend, and it will air on the National Geographic channel in the United States on Friday, 12th September 2025, at 9/8c, and it will stream globally the next day on September 13th 2025 on Disney+.

Check out the “Lost In The Jungle” trailer below:

Carolyn Bernstein, EVP of Documentary Films at National Geographic, said in a statement regarding the new documentary:

“Chai and Jimmy are gifted storytellers whose inspiring films celebrate unlikely heroes who push the limits of human potential. We’re delighted to partner with them once again, alongside talented Colombian filmmaker Juan Camilo Cruz and our longtime collaborators at Lightbox—truly a powerhouse team.  The journey of these courageous children is nothing short of astonishing, and we’re so proud to bring their unforgettable story to the world.”

Vasarhelyi also added:

“Our work has always been about the raw power of the human spirit—its ability to rise, unite and overcome. “Lost In The Jungle” is that spirit in its purest form.  Teaming up with Juan Camilo Cruz is a true privilege. His powerful vision and deep connection to Colombia bring authenticity and heart that elevate this film at every level.”

The movie’s director, Jimmy Chin, also said:

“This story intrigued us from the very first time we heard about it.  Working with Juan and the amazing team in Colombia allowed us to really showcase incredible details about the rescue and survival like never before. We hope audiences leave as inspired as we were by Lesly and the powerful partnership among the rescue teams.”

Camilo Cruz also added:

“As a Colombian filmmaker, I’m deeply proud to tell a story that honors Indigenous people and the wisdom rooted in their land.  Lost In The Jungle” is a tribute to the extraordinary courage of four children—true heroes—and a reminder of the Colombian jungle’s true value, far beyond its resources. For me, their journey is a powerful example of what Colombia can be: When we set aside our differences and come together, we can achieve the impossible. That’s a message the world urgently needs to hear.”

Producers Simon Chinn and Jonathan Chinn added:

“The story of “Lost In The Jungle” is one of the most extraordinary stories about the courage, strength and resilience of four Indigenous Colombian children. With Guillermo Galdos of Pacha Films, we were hugely privileged to be able to secure unprecedented access to the children themselves, to tell their inspirational story for the very first time. We are so happy to be working with our good friends at National Geographic Documentary Films once again and to be collaborating with directors Juan Camilo Cruz, Chai Vasarhelyi and Jimmy Chin for the first time.”

“Lost In The Jungle” is presented by National Geographic Documentary Films and is a Little Monster Films production in association with Lightbox, Pacha Films, Señal Colombia and Demolition Films. The film is directed and produced by Chai Vasarhelyi, Jimmy Chin and Juan Camilo Cruz. Simon Chinn and Jonathan Chinn of Lightbox serve as producers along with Mark Grieco, Anna Barnes and Guillermo Galdos. Executive producers include Carolyn Bernstein and Tim Horsburgh with National Geographic Documentary Films, along with Josh Braun, Luis Del Valle and Hollman Morris.

The project participated in the CINA Incentive (Audiovisual Investment Certificate), granted by the Colombian government and administered by Proimágenes Colombia: a tax discount equivalent to 35% of the expenditure on audiovisual services in the country.

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