An Idiot Abroad: Season 1
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8.4 out of 10

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  1. Skeeter_N_Geech
    Jan 25, 2011
    10
    This show is clever and funny. Lands small messages about big issues, but doesn't dwell on anything deep. Karl Pilkington takes you on a journey and you can relate to most of the things he says, and he says pretty much everything he thinks. He's not a character, this is who is, and that just adds to the show. Great hidden gem on TV.
  2. MichaelD
    Aug 12, 2011
    9
    Truly fantastic. You'll end up in tears laughing your head off when you watch this! I also have the book (also called An Idiot Abroad) which is one of the most funniest books I've ever read! All I can say is: Bring on the second series!
  3. KimmyTee
    Mar 12, 2011
    10
    This show is so funny! Karl Pilkington is so fun to watch and travels to these amazing places we see a different side too. He always speaks his mind and is not always so happy with the outcome. Keep traveling we want to watch!
  4. Rosco
    Mar 9, 2012
    10
    Absolute comic gold! An Idiot Abroad is just genius tv. The series follows Karl Pilkington as he journeys around the world to see the Seven Wonders however he has an entirely different outlook towards them. He's also sent to do various tasks and embrace the local cultures by one, Ricky Gervais, and as you might expect it's hilariously entertaining tv designed for your pleasure! Whats rather amazing is the fact that it's so easy to relate to Karl Pilkington and he is without question an instant hit perhaps because he is real and not a tv character but he is quite easily the funniest individual i've witnessed in a long time. An unmissable piece of comedy gold set up by the legendary Ricky Gervais pretty much tells you eveyrthing you need to know.… Expand
  5. AFryer123
    Jun 10, 2012
    9
    A masterpiece, watching Karl Pilkington on his adventures is fantastically funny. He gives a very deep philosophical insight into so many issues, and he talks an awful lot of sense. He is made to do the funniest of things, and seeing him do it is so funny. Pure Comedy Gold.
  6. Benmcm9
    Jan 26, 2013
    10
    One of the best shows on TV. A show about the typical Englishman out of his comfort zone getting tormented by a mate. Ricky Gervais is that mate. Ricky and Stephen Merchant send Karl on trips across the globe to "broaden his mind" for their own amusement. They consistently annoy him as it is "NOT a holiday!" Tormenting Karl is where the comedy comes from. Just like the Ricky Gervais podcast we get to hear the wisdom of the wonderful Karl Pilkington. The first season is the best ofcourse but the other 2 are also brilliant. In series 3 Karl is accompanied by a dwarf actor called Warwick. Karl doesn't really enjoy his company as he doesn't find midgets very useful. I don't agree with Karl on that part but I believe Warwick thinks he's better than the average man. All he ever talks about is his great acting skills and his tour guide book. As Karl says "Oh, here we go again..." Great comedy along with some great shots from all over the world. Even if you don't learn anything you do get to see other cultures and have a good laugh whilst doing so. Karl is a legend!… Expand

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