Sea Change: The Gulf of Maine

Sea Change: The Gulf of Maine will be a 2024 American television documentary which will premiere nationwide on July 24, 2024. The PBS Nova film, comprising three episodes of one hour each, is written and directed by Chun-Wei Yi and Stella Cha. The shows' concept creator and producer is National Geographic photographer, Brian Skerry. Sea Change investigates the warming of this particular body of water that is occurring 99 percent faster than the rest of the ocean. It examines the implications for the Gulf of Maine, including its impact on the local marine life, jobs reliant on the ecosystem, and the millions of people living along its shores.

Sea Change intertwines science, exploration, natural history, and tales of human experiences to illustrate potential global implications of events in the Gulf of Maine. The series allows viewers to witness the remarkable wilderness and wildlife that thrive in these waters. Additionally, it documents the diverse range of people, including scientists, Native Americans, fishers, and entrepreneurs, who are striving to uncover the Gulf's complex history and understand the ocean's role in all of our lives.

Sea Change will also be featured in a six-episode digital series created by indigenous filmmakers in partnership with Vision Maker Media and NOVA. The series will highlight climate issues and present solutions in native communities across North America, aiming to raise awareness and inspire positive change.