Karl Pilkington
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Series
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Synopsis
An Idiot Abroad is a British travel documentary television series broadcast on Sky1 and Science, as well as spin-off books published by Canongate Books, created by Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant and starring Karl Pilkington. The ongoing theme of both the television series and the books is that Pilkington has no interest in global travel, so Merchant and Gervais make him travel while they stay in the United Kingdom and monitor his progress.
Episodes
Season 1
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1. ChinaNow viewing2010-09-2343m8.2Karl Pilkington's journey begins in the Far East. As well as casting his verdict on The Great Wall of China, he immerses himself in the culture with laugh-out-loud results.
2. India2010-09-3043m8.5Karl travels to India and gives own unique verdict on its ancient customs and vibrant culture.
3. Jordan2010-10-0742m7.8This week, Karl Pilkington's voyage takes him to Petra in Jordan, by way of Israel. What will he make of the 'rose-red city half as old as time'?
4. Mexico2010-10-1443m8.0Karl travels to Mexico where he pays a visit to Chichen Itza. He also tries his hand at wrestling, learns how to become a cowboy, and hunts for a Mexican jumping bean.
5. Egypt2010-10-2143m7.5Karl Pilkington's journey continues in Egypt, where Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant have arranged for him to sample the local culture. He tastes delicacies including rabbit meat, takes a boat ride down the Nile and is entertained by a belly dancer, before visiting the pyramids
6. Brazil2010-10-2842m6.9Tag along with Karl Pilkington as he takes up temporary residence in Rio de Janeiro. On his way to Christ the Redeemer, he experiences a back wax and Brazil's famous beaches.
7. Peru2010-11-0444m8.0Reluctant explorer Karl Pilkington visits Peru, where he is unhappy with the Amazon jungle's toilet arrangements, and fails to impress a local tribe with his hunting skills. Arming himself with oxygen, the Mancunian then sets off on a high-altitude, eight-hour trek to witness Machu Picchu, the fortress city of the ancient Incas.
8. Karl Comes Home: The Debrief2010-11-1143m8.2Reluctant globetrotter Karl Pilkington is reunited with Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant to reflect on his journeys to the seven wonders of the modern world, considering whether travel has truly broadened his mind.
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Ricky Gervais
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Warwick Davis
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is An Idiot Abroad available to watch online?
Yes - see the "Where to watch legally" section on this page for streaming, rental and purchase options.
How many seasons does An Idiot Abroad have?
An Idiot Abroad has 3 seasons and 19 episodes.
When did An Idiot Abroad first air?
An Idiot Abroad first aired in 2010.
Is An Idiot Abroad still running?
An Idiot Abroad's status on TMDB is: Ended.
What genre is An Idiot Abroad?
An Idiot Abroad is classified as Comedy, Documentary.