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Al Murray: Why Does Everyone Hate the British Empire?

Al Murray: Why Does Everyone Hate the British Empire? is the third Sky HISTORY original series featuring historian and writer Al Murray and his comedic alter ego, The Pub Landlord. In each location, Al pairs up with a local comedian to explore the history of British colonial rule and its legacy.

Episodes

Cast

Season 1

India

1. India

23rd Oct 2023

Al Murray is joined by legendary master of stand-up, Anuvab Pal, to explore the truth about Britain's rocky relationship with India.

Jamaica

2. Jamaica

30th Oct 2023

Al is joined by Chris Daley to uncover the real story of the pirates of the Caribbean and the barbaric realities of the slave trade.

South Africa

3. South Africa

6th Nov 2023

Al and local comedian Loyiso Gola embark on a road trip through the true British imperial history in South Africa.

Australia

4. Australia

13th Nov 2023

Al and comic Kevin Kropinyeri reveal that Captain Cook was not really a Captain and explore the Aboriginal history of Australian cricket.

First air date

23rd Oct 2023

Last air date

13th Nov 2023

Status

Returning Series

Type

Documentary

Original language

en

Networks