National Geographic
Washington, D.C., United States · Founded 1888
1001-5000 employees
Sourced & current · updated Jul 20, 2026Website
Disney owns 73% of National Geographic Partners (acquired via 21st Century Fox deal March 2019; Society retains 27%). Includes National Geographic Channel, Nat Geo Wild, magazine, NatGeo+ streaming.
Where they sit
Stack tier: Ecosystem Services (A)
One of the world's most recognized premium media brands, operating as a major publisher within Disney's advertising sales ecosystem with global reach across TV, streaming, digital, and print.
Ownership
Parent: The Walt Disney Company