Morgan Spurlock's New Britannia (2012)
Morgan Spurlock's New Britannia is a British satirical entertainment series and talk show hosted by American documentary maker and television presenter Morgan Spurlock. The series takes a comedic look at the differences between British and American culture, focusing on a number of key areas including food, sport, class and fame. Each episode he is joined by a selection of guests from both sides of the Atlantic who offer their input on the subject. The series debuted on Sky Atlantic and Sky Atlantic HD on 2 April 2012, after Game of Thrones. The first series ran for 10 episodes.
Seasons & Episode
The Super Size Me director travels around the UK to explore aspects of British culture and tradition, beginning by examining attitudes to immigration and foreigners. He discovers how some of the nation's institutions are not as British as people might imagine, talks to comedians Ruby Wax, Andrew Maxwell and Shappi Khorsandi about their experiences of foreign culture in the UK, and discovers how much members of the public know about the country.
Diane Smith, Dave Gorman and Jamie Oliver join Morgan Spurlock to discuss British food. Spurlock visits a Black Pudding factory in Bury. Music from Lisa Hannigan.
Love is in the air for Morgan Spurlock as he dissects Britain's romantic side. Andi Osho, Kurt Braunohler and Johnny Vegas are this week's guests.
Morgan Spurlock takes a tongue-in-cheek look at Britain's views on class. Russell Kane, Scott Capurro and Lady Victoria Hervey are this week's guests.
Morgan Spurlock cracks down on law and order in Britain. Dave Fulton, Debra Stephenson and Howard Marks are this week's guests.
Morgan Spurlock takes a look at Britain's sporting culture. Keith Allen, Chris Ramsey and Joe Calzaghe are this week's guests.
Katy Brand, Peter Serafinowicz and Corey Feldman join Morgan Spurlock to discuss fame in Britain. Music from Frank Turner.
Morgan Spurlock has a chuckle at the funny side of British culture. Comedians Doug Benson and Jon Richardson and presenter Sara Cox join him in the studio.
Who rules the roost in Britain? Rich Hall, Roisin Conaty and Clive Anderson join Morgan Spurlock to discuss power. Music from Spector.
Morgan Spurlock is joined by Margaret Cho, Des Bishop and Rhys Darby to discuss awards in the concluding episode of the series. Music from King Charles
