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Michael Palin: Travels of a Lifetime
Adventure, Travel · 2020 · Rated 8/10
Last aired: S1 E4, Episode 4 · 2020-10-25
This series sees the much-loved TV traveller revisit four of his famous documentaries – Around the World in 80 Days, Pole to Pole, Full Circle and Sahara.
In intimate conversation, and using his personal archive, he reflects on how he got addicted to travel, and reveals the challenges he faced making these ground-breaking series.
In addition, famous fans including Simon Reeve and Joanna Lumley explain how Michael inspired them to go on adventures of their own.
Season 1
E1
Episode 1
2020-10-04 · 60 min
The first episode revisits his visits to Venice, Cairo, Saudi Arabia, India, Hong Kong and China - a nation that was closed to most westerners at the time. Featuring contributions from fans and friends including David Attenborough, Joanna Lumley and Simon Reeve.
E2
Episode 2
2020-10-11 · 60 min
Episode two explores how the success of 80 Days Around The World opened the door for Michael Palin to tackle an even more ambitious journey for his next series.
E3
Episode 3
2020-10-18 · 60 min
Michael Palin revisits his third travel series – an epic trip around the Pacific Rim. Fans including Sir David Attenborough and Joanna Lumley reflect on his achievement.
E4
Episode 4
2020-10-25 · 60 min
Michael Palin revisits his fourth travel series – a journey to explore the Sahara Desert. Fans including Sir David Attenborough and Joanna Lumley reflect on his achievement.
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