Around the World in 80 Days (1989)

Name: Around the World in 80 Days
Genre: Adventure, Documentary
Rating: 8.6
Cast: Michael Palin

Adventure · Documentary

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

IMDb rating: 8.6 (2,104 votes)
Episode average: 8.1 -0.5 vs IMDb
Seasons: 1
Language: EN
Type: Mini-series

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Ratings refreshed Oct 3, 2026 · 1 season indexed

Cast

Michael Palin Self

Seasons

Season 1 (1989)

8.14 avg 7 episodes 8.0 → 8.1 49 min avg

Consistent

Season 1 episodes - IMDb ratings
#	Title	Rating	Votes
1	The Challenge	8.0	130
2	Arabian Frights	8.0	125
3	Ancient Mariners	8.4	133
4	A Close Shave	8.1	125
5	Oriental Express	8.0	125
6	Far East and Farther East	8.4	121
7	Dateline to Deadline	8.1	116