Long Way Down
Created by Russ Malkin, Charley Boorman, David Alexanian, Ewan McGregor
On BBC Two
A warm, visually stunning travelogue following two friends on an epic motorcycle journey across continents, balancing adventure with genuine human connection and reflection.
Three years after Long Way Round, Ewan McGregor and Charley Boorman set off on a 15,000-mile journey from the northernmost tip of Scotland to the southernmost tip of South Africa, mixing their love of motorcycles with the lure of far-flung roads.
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Questions people ask
Does Long Way Down leave you hopeful? Yes, very. More hopeful than 92% of series.
Is Long Way Down easy watching? Yes. More comforting than 86% of series.
Is Long Way Down violent? Barely. Less violent than 78% of series.
Is Long Way Down scary? Barely. Less frightening than 76% of series.
Is Long Way Down sad? Barely. Less sad than 75% of series.
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Like Long Way Down
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Same Mood as Long Way Down
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Long Way Down, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Long Way Down, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Long Way Down, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
