An Idiot Abroad

Warren recommended this British reality TV comedy — An Idiot Abroad

It’s another in the series where Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant make fun of their friend Karl Pilkington. In general, I don’t like their mean humour.

But in this program, Karl is the star. One of those genuinely hilarious characters that don’t even know they are funny.

…An Idiot Abroad charts Pilkington’s reactions when visiting the New Seven Wonders of the World, as well as the situations he’s placed in and cultural differences and idiosyncrasies in the countries he visits. …

Click PLAY or watch the series preview on YouTube.

First stop for Karl was chaotic China. His befuddlement was somewhat familiar to me, too, having come directly from polite, strict and orderly Japan.

Click PLAY or watch a China preview on YouTube.

A second year (the show renewed) has Karl doing his “Bucket List” (things to do before he dies).

One thought on “An Idiot Abroad

  1. I watched a couple of episodes when the show started. I did not at all like the smug superior attitude of Gervais, nor his giggling at the traveler’s predicaments.

    Not my idea of Humor..

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