Quick Info
Status: Ended
Network: BBC Two
Type: Documentary
Rating: 7.7/10
James May's Cars of the People
Overview
James May takes a look at the 'peoples car'. Covering every form of cars for the masses - from the Beetle to the Kei Car, May looks at the many forms of people's car, their origins and their effect on history. Each episode covers a particular theme; these being cars from dictatorships, microcars and the dream cars we aspire to.
This production, originally released in 2014, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Documentary series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Documentary genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 7.7 across its 2 seasons.
- Storyline Highlights:
- • Explores themes within Documentary.
- • Produced in United Kingdom.
- • Original Language: English.
Starring Cast
Seasons
Season 1
3 Episodes • Aired 2014-08-10
James May visits Russia, Japan and Europe to discover how motoring came to the masses.
Season 2
3 Episodes • Aired 2016-01-24
James continues his exploration of the cars of the common people.