What to Watch on Discovery Plus Right Now (July 2022)

Discovery Plus Originals: Generation Drag (2022)

Some kids do sports. Some kids do marching band. These kids do drag. Former America's Top Model host Tyra Banks produces this reality series about five families preparing for the annual Dragutante.

The love expressed in Generation Drag is unlike anything you'll see in traditional pageant shows. If you didn't know it already, you'll learn that performing drag is incredibly hard work.

Animal Planet: Crikey! It's the Irwins (2018)

This documentary series follows the Irwin family's daily commitment to Steve Irwin's legacy in their work at the Australia Zoo wildlife hospital. The zoo serves as a safe space for thousands of animals and a platform for spreading the word about conservation.

Discovery Plus Originals: Meet the Meerkats (2021)

Narrated by comedian and actor Rob Delaney, Meet the Meerkats follows three mobs of the rescued animals as they learn to live life in the wild again. Taken from the Kalahari Desert in South Africa as pups by illegal wildlife traders, the meerkats must learn to hunt and survive in dangerous territory again while trying to raise new litters.

Science Channel: How the Universe Works (2010)

Have you ever wondered how a black hole forms? Ever dream of someday living on the moon? Then this series might be for you. In the latest season of How the Universe Works, narrator Mike Rowe takes viewers on a journey through the cosmos by interviewing leading scientists and combining that footage with CGI and visual effects. The show explores the Super Massive Black Hole at the heart of the M87 galaxy, the possibility of a space fleet that can study the Sun, and more.

Discovery Channel: MythBusters (2003)

If you’ve ever wondered about certain urban legends, you’re in for a treat with MythBusters. Each episode centers around debunking or confirming three myths with a lot of science, research, and contained explosions.

Good Eats: The Return (2019)

If you’re curious about food, you’ll find kinship with Alton Brown and the triumphant return of his show Good Eats, which first aired in 2005. It has the same history, science, and humor in newer episodes where Brown explores everything from the origins of chicken parmesan to the story behind icebox cakes. 

Discovery Plus Originals: Jailhouse Redemption (2022)

Sheriff Karl Leonard is a good cop. Upon discovering the prevalence of drug addiction in Virginia's prison system, he developed the Heroin Addiction Recovery Program (HARP). Jailhouse Redemption documents the daily lives of HARP's counselors, staff, and patients.

HGTV: Hometown (2016)

Home Town couple Ben and Erin Napier work with families who want to plant roots in Laurel, Mississippi. Follow along as they help clients find a home and then add finishing touches specifically for each family.

American Heroes Channel: Our America With Lisa Ling (2011)

In this program, Lisa Ling travels around the United States to meet with people from all walks of life and hear their stories. Watch four of the five seasons of this compelling documentary-style series on Discovery Plus.

Fixer Upper: Welcome Home (2021)

Fans of the original Fixer Upper can sigh a breath of relief: This show is back. This revival of the show picks up with Chip and Joanna Gaines as the duo pivots their business to focus on homeowners that want to transform and upgrade their existing spaces.

Discovery Plus Originals: The Prison Breaker (2021)

Richard Lee McNair is considered one of the best escape artists of all time. He's allegedly the only person to ever break out of jail, a state penitentiary, and a federal penitentiary. Now, with the help of a journalist that covered McNair's exploits for over a decade, this four-hour documentary dives into the mind of the brilliant criminal using hundreds of letters, personal photos and videos, and interviews.

Discovery Plus Originals: American Detective With Lt. Joe Kenda (2021)

Seasoned homicide detective Lt. Joe Kenda presents other detectives' surprising and sometimes mind-boggling homicide cases in this true-crime series.

Each episode features the dedicated detectives that worked on each case and didn’t give up until they solved it.

Travel Channel: Destination Fear (2019)

If you're in the mood for some paranormal spookiness, give Destination Fear a try. Four intrepid investigators pack into an RV and tour America's highways and byways, spending their nights in some of the country's most haunted locations. Its latest season sees them face some of the harshest conditions yet. They go inside the Ohio State Reformatory, The Villisca Axe Murder House, the Odd Fellows Home, and more.

Discovery Plus Originals: Well Done with Sebastian Maniscalco (2021)

If you like a little humor with your food shows, give this new series from comedian Sebastian Maniscalco a try. During the show's premiere season, he asks questions about where food comes from, how it's made, and why our eating habits are what they are. And, of course, there are plenty of jokes along the way. Featuring interviews with some of the world's top chefs, restaurant owners, and other comedians, it's a food show from the perspective of a person who's used to taking a critical (and funny) look at the world.

Food Network: Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives (2006)

If you love a good food show, this iconic Food Network series happily highlights humble but delicious food from diners and hole-in-the-wall eateries around the country. Each dive prepares about two entrees, and the entertaining Guy Fieri takes a few bites (or more), then gives his opinion. A binge-worthy show indeed.

If you haven’t tuned in, there are a whopping 38 seasons to gobble up. 

Hillsong: A Megachurch Exposed (2022)

Hillsong Chruch in Australia made international headlines due to allegations of abuse, fraud, and coropution. How did it happen, and how was it covered up for so long? Survivors and former delegates recount their days in the controversial megachurch.

A Perfect Planet (2021)

Nature documentary fans, you don’t want to miss this breathtaking series narrated by David Attenborough. This eight-part show explores every habitat and corner of the natural world and how animals adapt to their surroundings with grace and resilience.