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Michael Palin: Travels of a Lifetime

Michael Palin revisits his first four TV travel documentaries. He draws on his personal archive of audio recordings and diary notebooks, and reflects on how he became a seasoned global traveller. Featuring contributions from fans and friends, including David Attenborough, Joanna Lumley and Simon Reeve.

2020 8.0/10 community score 1 season · 4 episodes Ended
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1
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4
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S1 E4

Sahara (2002)

Aired 59 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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    4 episodes

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