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Around the World in 80 Days

Michael Palin embarks on a thrilling adventure, retracing Phileas Fogg's footsteps and circumnavigating the globe in just 80 days, relying solely on land and sea transportation.

Michael Palin embarks on a thrilling adventure, retracing Phileas Fogg's footsteps in a globe-trotting journey that spans 80 days, without flying, and immerses himself in the vibrant cultures of Greece, China, and other captivating destinations.

Episodes:

Episode 1 The Challenge

1. The Challenge

Aired: Oct 11, 1989

In the next episode, Michael Palin embarks on a thrilling quest to relive the...

Episode 2 Arabian Frights

2. Arabian Frights

Aired: Oct 18, 1989

Disruption rocks Michael's travel plans when he misses his connecting flight ...

Episode 3 Ancient Mariners

3. Ancient Mariners

Aired: Oct 25, 1989

Next, Michael Palin and his team will embark on a thrilling new leg of their ...

Episode 4 A Close Shave

4. A Close Shave

Aired: Nov 1, 1989

The crew of Michael Palin's journey finally arrives in Bombay, a week behind ...

Episode 5 Oriental Express

5. Oriental Express

Aired: Nov 8, 1989

Michael Palin embarks on a thrilling adventure across the vast South China Se...

Episode 7 Dateline to Deadline

7. Dateline to Deadline

Aired: Nov 22, 1989

Michael Palin's journey faces unexpected challenges as misunderstandings and ...

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Info about Around the World in 80 Days

Current Status: Ended

Network: BBC One

Production Countries: United Kingdom, Austria, China, Egypt, France, Greece, Hong Kong, India, Italy, Japan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Switzerland, United Arab Emirates, United States

Genres:Adventure, Documentary