Michael Palin: Around the World in 80 Days

Name: Michael Palin: Around the World in 80 Days
Genre: Documentary
Released: 1989-10-11
Rating: 7.5
Cast: Michael Palin, Terry Jones, Alan Whicker, Max Votolato, Nour El-Sherif

Limited Series 1989 · 7 eps · ★ 7.5 · Documentary

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Michael Palin attempts to copy the exploits of fictional character Phileas Fogg, by trying to travel around the world (without flying) in 80 days.

Directed by Clem Vallance · Written by Jules Verne

Network: BBC One

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