Al Murray: Why Does Everyone Hate the British Empire? - Season 1

Season 1
Episodes

India
The writer and his comedic alter ego The Pub Landlord explore the history of British colonial rule and its legacy. Joining forces with Anuvab Pal in India, they discover he origins of such rule, its impact upon each country and how its legacy continues to influence governance, culture and attitudes.

Jamaica
Al takes a look at colonial rule and its legacy in Jamaica, with comedian Chris Daley helping him uncover the real story of the pirates of the Caribbean and the barbaric realities of the slave trade.

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

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