Monty Python comedian/writer Michael Palin takes up the famous challenge: to travel around the world in only 80 days. Air travel is forbidden, and wherever possible he uses the same routes and transport as Jules Verne's fictional hero, Phileas Fogg, meeting many interesting characters en route. As he races across continents and against the clock, Michael's charm and ingenuity delights the armchair traveler.
A few weeks ago BBC announced that
Michael Palin's Around the World in 80 Days would be released on
May 1, but we held off posting the news until we received cover art for the set. The 3 disc set will include all 7 episodes (343 mins) of Palin's travel documentary:
Disc 1
- The Challenge
- Arabian Frights
- Ancient Mariners
Disc 2
- A Close Shave
- Oriental Express
- Far East and Farther East
Disc 3
- Dateline to Deadline
Also included is an exclusive interview with Michael Palin. Episodes will be presented in Full Frame (1.33:1), with an English stereo audio track, and English subtitles. Suggested retail price is $49.98.
