Great Central Asian Railway Journeys

Name: Great Central Asian Railway Journeys
Genre: Documentary
Released: 2026-05-11
Cast: Michael Portillo

2026 · 1 season · 5 eps · Documentary

Returning Series

Michael Portillo embarks on a new railway adventure, following the Silk Road through Central Asia.

Directed by Dave Minchin

Network: BBC Two

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