Ryan Reynolds takes you on a hilarious journey with 'Underdogs': meet nature's quirkiest stars

Step aside, Sir David Attenborough, because Ryan Reynolds is taking over.

The new Disney+ series "Underdogs," narrated by "Deadpool" actor Reynolds, takes a refreshing step back, opting to shine a light on the lesser-known and often quirky creatures of the animal kingdom.

The five-part series from National Geographic celebrates the unsung heroes that are often left out of traditional nature documentaries and showcases their unique abilities, habits, "terrible parenting" strategies and at times, the downright gross aspects of the animal world. 

The first episode homes in on a set of animals Reynold's dubs the "Superzeros", a group of creatures from around the world with unique and fascinating "superpowers" that help them survive in the wild.

Reynolds kicks off the global journey with the velvet worm, which launches a special adhesive at predators to trap them in their place.

From there, viewers will get to learn about the nearly indestructible honey badger, the elusive glass frog, the echolocating Madagascar lemur, the unstoppable snapping pistol shrimp, the limb regenerating axolotl and the dopamine-inducing jewel wasp.

Other episodes are aptly subtitled "Total Grossout", "The Unusual Suspects", "Sexy Beasts" and "Terrible Parenting", each with wildlife that fits the profile.

While the animals are all-around fascinating to learn about, it is Reynolds's signature wit and humour that's a major draw.

His comedic spin on these often misunderstood beings walks a fine line between educational and entertaining, and the doccie's CGI visuals complete the ultimate viewing experience.

Although "Underdogs" is meant to be family-friendly, it does feature sophisticated humour and potty language that may not be appropriate for smaller kids. 

However, the humour offers a refreshing alternative to conventional nature documentaries that tend to hold back on nature’s raw and often humorous nuances.

Reynolds pulls in audiences with his quintessential Deadpool attitude, where even the grimmest realities of nature are met with a cheeky laugh.

“Underdogs” is a celebration of nature's oddballs, offering viewers a chance to appreciate those who defy the norms while standing next to the more illustrious inhabitants of the animal kingdom.

For those seeking a light-hearted perspective on wildlife, this show delivers plenty of reasons to cheer for the unusual and the unexpected.

The docuseries, cultivated with Reynolds’s comedic brilliance, not only sheds light on these overlooked superstars but also inspires viewers to appreciate the humour found in nature's quirks.