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The Seven Wonders – An Idiot Abroad

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Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant, the Emmy-winning duo responsible for the classic sitcom "The Office," are behind this eight-episode practical joke-turned-sociology experiment. It features Gervais and Merchant surprising their friend, the close-minded and simple Karl Pilkington, with a trip around the world to visit the Seven Wonders. It's a dream journey for most, but Pilkington has reservations, to say the least, especially considering Gervais and Merchant want him to become "one with the locals" at each stop.
An Idiot Abroad — The Seven Wonders

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Critics Consensus

Karl Pilkington's hilarious reactions to what his supposed friends Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant put him through are only second to the exotic locales.

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Chris Barton Los Angeles Times 10/08/2018
Pilkington's simple but twisted wit is a lot smarter than you'd think. Go to Full Review Meredith Blake AV Club 10/08/2018
With the additional benefit of some deft editing and a cheeky, Curb Your Enthusiasm-esque score, Pilkington can seem like the British equivalent of a Coen Brothers character, a rube dragged outside his comfort zone, to great comic effect. Go to Full Review Joey Slamon New York Magazine/Vulture 10/08/2018
With An Idiot Abroad, they've managed to pull off the impossible: reality television filled with laugh-out-loud moments. Go to Full Review Q.V. Hough Vague Visages 03/25/2024
It may be a good time to experience Karl Pilkington’s unique cultural takes as he reluctantly travels the world, searching for nothing while breaking down everything that annoys him. Go to Full Review Meghan O'Keefe Decider 10/22/2018
You could argue that Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant have influenced 21st century comedy just as much as Lorne Michaels and the Judd Apatow crew. They gave us The Office and Extras, but they also gave us An Idiot Abroad. Go to Full Review Scotsman Staff Scotsman 10/09/2018
It was all very amusing and should make a star out of Pilkington. Go to Full Review Read all reviews
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Cast & Crew

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Karl Pilkington

Host

Ricky Gervais

Host

Stephen Merchant

Host

Richard Yee

Self

Ramy Romany

Self

Krishnendu Majumdar

Director

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Sep 23, 2010 The Alright Wall of China Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant send Karl Pilkington to see the Great Wall of China where he learns Kung Fu and experiences a traditional fire massage. Details Episode 2 Aired Oct 1, 2010 The Taj Mahal: World's Biggest Guilt Trip Karl visits the Taj Mahal and visits the largest religious festival in the world; Karl stays in Ashram with a living saint. Details Episode 3 Aired Oct 7, 2010 Jordan & Israel: An Unholy Man in a Holy Land Ancient Petra in Jordan, riding a camel and getting kidnapped. Details Episode 4 Aired Oct 14, 2010 Mexico: Karl's Quest for Beans Easter celebrations in Mexico; witnessing a crucifixion; doing Mexican wrestling. Details Episode 5 Aired Oct 21, 2010 Egypt: Balk Like an Egyptian Heavy fog delays seeing the Great Pyramids; wearing a traditional Egyptian outfit; experiencing Cairo night life. Details Episode 6 Aired Oct 28, 2010 Brazil Karl travels to Brazil to see Christ the Redeemer; Rio Carnival; Rio's gay scene; Brazilian beach culture. Details Episode 7 Aired Nov 4, 2010 Peru: Karl and the Cannibals Pilkington is sent on his final mission to visit Machu Picchu in Peru. Details Episode 8 Aired Nov 11, 2010 Karl Comes Home Karl Pilkington returns to Britain and recounts his travels. Details

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Season Info

Director
Krishnendu Majumdar, Luke Campbell, Richard Yee, Jamie Jay Johnson
Executive Producer
Ricky Gervais, Celia Taylor, Dan Goldsack, Stephen Merchant
Network
SKYSHO
Rating
TV-14
Genre
Comedy, Travel
Original Language
British English
Release Date
Sep 23, 2010