
Portillo tells the story of the former British Empire largely through the legacy of hidden buildings that played an important part in history.
Series • 2020 • 1 season
Starring: Michael Portillo
S1 E1 - India
In the first episode, Michael travels to India to uncover how the British East India Company - the world's first multinational corporation - raised a private army to create an empire. Beginning his journey in the slums of Kolkata, he explores the ruins of the grand residence of Clive of India, who became the undisputed ruler of Bengal - amassing a vast personal fortune and making millions for shareholders in Britain.
May 15, 2020
S1 E2 - Jamaica
May 22, 2020
S1 E3 - South Africa
May 29, 2020
S1 E4 - The USA and Canada
Jun 5, 2020
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Portillo's Empire Journey
Portillo tells the story of the former British Empire largely through the legacy of hidden buildings that played an important part in history.
TV Series • 2020