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An Idiot Abroad

Annoyed by Karl Pilkington's narrow-mindedness, Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant embark on a globe-trotting adventure, forcing their friend to confront unfamiliar cultures and people.

Brit Karl Pilkington has led a sheltered life, content with British comforts. His friends, Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant, decide to send him to unfamiliar parts of the world to broaden his horizons.

Episodes:

Episode 1 China

1. China

Aired: Sep 23, 2010

Ricky and Steve send Karl to China to visit the iconic Great Wall but he stru...

Episode 2 India

2. India

Aired: Sep 30, 2010

Karl is sent to India to see the Taj Mahal but he gets an unexpected surprise...

Episode 3 Jordan

3. Jordan

Aired: Oct 7, 2010

Karl is somewhat excited at the prospect of visiting Petra, Jordan but first ...

Episode 4 Mexico

4. Mexico

Aired: Oct 14, 2010

Karl is sent to Mexico for what he expects to be a peaceful visit to Chichén ...

Episode 5 Egypt

5. Egypt

Aired: Oct 21, 2010

Ricky and Steve send Karl to Egypt to see the Pyramids of Giza, a wonder he h...

Episode 6 Brazil

6. Brazil

Aired: Oct 28, 2010

Karl is sent to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil to see the iconic Christ the Redeemer ...

Episode 7 Peru

7. Peru

Aired: Nov 4, 2010

Karl is relieved that this trip is his last, but is worried that Ricky and St...

Episode 8 Karl Comes Home

8. Karl Comes Home

Aired: Nov 11, 2010

Karl, now back in Britain after his "seven wonders" trips, sits down with Ric...

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Info about An Idiot Abroad

Seasons: 3

Current Status: Ended

Network: Sky One

Production Country: United Kingdom

Genres:Comedy, Reality-TV, Adventure, Documentary