Is Michael Palin: Around the World in 80 Days on BBC iPlayer UK?

Name: Michael Palin: Around the World in 80 Days
Director: Clem Vallance
Genre: Documentary
Released: 1989
Rating: 7.5
Cast: Michael Palin, Don Bannerman, Chris Collins, Basil Pao, Terry Gilliam

Yes, Michael Palin: Around the World in 80 Days (1989) is currently available to stream on BBC iPlayer UK.

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Michael Palin: Around the World in 80 Days(1989)

Documentary

~50 min/ep

Last verified: 20/04/2026 — This information may be out of date

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1 season, 7 episodes

7 episodes — ~50 min each — Total: ~6 hours

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Synopsis

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

Mood

Thought-provoking

Director

Clem Vallance

Cast

Michael Palin
Don Bannerman
Chris Collins
Basil Pao
Terry Gilliam

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