Chris Hemsworth holding up a family photograph.

Chris Hemsworth: A Road Trip to Remember: Join Chris On A Powerful Journey Through Memory & Meaning

November 24, 2025

Join Chris as he journeys into the heart and science of his dad’s Alzheimer’s diagnosis.

Chris Hemsworth: A Road Trip to Remember follows the actor and his father, Craig, as they embark on a poignant journey across Australia following Craig’s Alzheimer’s diagnosis. While they revisit key places from their past, they explore memory and the healing power of relationships. The special blends intimate moments with usable science to show how shared experiences support brain health and longevity. It offers a touching look at the bonds that endure life’s challenges.

What is Chris Hemsworth: A Road Trip to Remember about?

Chris with his father Craig on their Australian road trip.
Chris Hemsworth: A Road Trip to Remember, National Geographic

After his father, Craig, is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, Chris Hemsworth plans a “road trip back in time” for them to revisit memorable places from their past. Along the way, the two explore the often overlooked power of social connection and the role it can play in brain health. The intimate documentary spotlights surprising research demonstrating how community bonds can reduce the risk of dementia, slow cognitive decline, and even prolong life. In a poignant journey across Australia, the Hemsworth's relive treasured memories, make new ones, and discover how love, nostalgia, and connecting with others can be a potent medicine.

How does Chris Hemsworth: A Road Trip to Remember explore Alzheimer's disease?

The film is an emotional portrait of the relationship between Chris Hemsworth and his father, Craig, following Craig’s recent Alzheimer’s diagnosis. Throughout their road trip together, they discuss the science behind some simple habits that can help improve cognition and reduce the risk of dementia that anyone can add to their daily lives.

Who stars in Chris Hemsworth: A Road Trip to Remember?

Chris Hemsworth

Chris Hemsworth looking up at the sky while wearing sunglasses in the Austarlian wilderness. Standing next to two motorcycles.
Chris Hemsworth: A Road Trip to Remember, National Geographic

An Australian actor best known for portraying Thor in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Beyond his iconic role, he’s also recognized for his versatility and comedic timing in The Cabin in the Woods, Ghostbusters: Answer the Call, and more. Chris Hemsworth: A Road Trip to Remember showcases a more vulnerable side to the action star.

Craig Hemsworth

Craig Hemsworth sitting in a folding camp chair next to a fire at night,
Chris Hemsworth: A Road Trip to Remember, National Geographic

Recently diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, Chris’ father joins him on an Australia-spanning road trip into their past.

Where can you watch Chris Hemsworth: A Road Trip to Remember?

You can stream the documentary now on Disney+ or Hulu on Disney+ for bundle subscribers.*

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Where can you watch the trailer for Chris Hemsworth: A Road Trip to Remember?

You can check out the trailer on Disney+.

When was Chris Hemsworth: A Road Trip to Remember released?

Chris and his father Craig with their motorcylces.
Chris Hemsworth: A Road Trip to Remember, National Geographic

It first aired on National Geographic on November 23, 2025, and was made available to stream on Disney+ from November 24, 2025.

Who is behind Chris Hemsworth: A Road Trip to Remember?

Tom Barbor-Might serves as director, with Tom Watt-Smith, Peter Lovering, Arif Nurmohamed, Jane Root, Darren Aronofsky, Ari Handel, Chris Hemsworth, Ben Grayson, and Brandon Hill joining as executive producers.

Which other National Geographic documentaries feature Chris Hemsworth?

Limitless: Live Better Now

Chris Hemsworth standing in a clearing outdoors.
Limitless: Live Better Now, National Geographic

Chris Hemsworth takes on three epic challenges to uncover science-backed ways we can all boost our health and wellbeing. Can he reframe his relationship with pain - or will it break him? Each episode unpacks new science with real-world relevance, offering tools that can help us all live longer, better lives right now.

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Limitless with Chris Hemsworth

Chris Hemsworth in hiking gear crouches next to a moss covered tree branch.
Limitless with Chris Hemsworth, National Geographic

Chris Hemsworth is on an epic mission to discover how to live better for longer. With the help of world-class experts, family, and friends, he’s embarking on a series of immense challenges to push himself to new limits and stop the diseases of old age before they take hold. In this thrilling series from Executive Producer Darren Aronofsky, Chris discovers how we all can unlock our potential to stay fitter, healthier, and happier throughout our lives.

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Shark Beach with Chris Hemsworth

Chris Hemsworth looking down at the water while wearing a wetsuit.
Shark Beach with Chris Hemsworth, National Geographic

Chris Hemsworth uncovers the science of shark behavior and discovers how humans and sharks can safely coexist. After an increase in local shark attacks along the East Coast of Australia, Hemsworth seeks to understand different species of sharks and their behaviors while also exploring new preventative measures and the latest technology to help stave off shark-human encounters.

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Which Chris Hemsworth movies can you watch on Disney+?

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