The Search for the Nile(1971)
The Search for the Nile Synopsis
The Search for the Nile is a 1971 BBC One docudrama miniseries about the 19th-century European quest to find the source of the Nile River, focusing on explorers like Richard Burton, John Hanning Speke, and David Livingstone. The acclaimed six-part series, starring Kenneth Haigh as Burton, is known for its detailed portrayal of the explorers' hardships, rivalries, and discoveries, winning a Primetime Emmy and a Peabody Award.
The Search for the Nile (1971) is a drama and documentary series that premiered on September 22, 1971, spanning 1 season and 6 episodes. It stars James Mason and Kenneth Haigh. Viewers rate it 6.3 out of 10 across 4 ratings.
- First aired:
- 1971-09-22
- Last aired:
- 1971-10-27
The Search for the Nile (1971) Trailer
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The Search for the Nile Cast & Crew
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The Search for the Nile Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.3/10 from 4 ratings.
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The Search for the Nile – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I stream The Search for the Nile?
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Episodes of The Search for the Nile (1971) can be bought or rented from Amazon Video. No subscription streaming option is listed at the moment.
How many seasons of The Search for the Nile are there?
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The Search for the Nile has 1 season and 6 episodes in total, starting from its premiere on September 22, 1971.
Is The Search for the Nile still running?
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No. The Search for the Nile is marked as ended, with the final episode airing on October 27, 1971.
Who is in the cast of The Search for the Nile?
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The Search for the Nile (1971) stars James Mason and Kenneth Haigh. The full cast list with character names is available in the cast section of this page.
Is The Search for the Nile any good?
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The Search for the Nile (1971) is rated 6.3 out of 10 from 4 viewer votes, and suits viewers who like drama and documentary series. Reviews from viewers are collected further down this page.
Where can I watch the The Search for the Nile trailer?
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The official The Search for the Nile trailer is embedded in the trailer section of this page and plays instantly in your browser.