Meet the Izzards

Meet the Izzards (2013)

EndedDocumentary show

Eddie Izzard - actor, comedian, transvestite and marathon-runner extraordinaire - is about to embark on a remarkable journey using his own DNA as the road map. Locked within each of us is a genetic history book that reveals not only our deep ancestry, but also the migration of mankind across the globe. Using recent scientific breakthroughs and the help of geneticists, Eddie will unlock the secrets of where he - and we - came from. It will make Eddie the first person in Britain to use his own DNA to retrace his ancestors' journey across thousands of miles and nearly 200,000 years of history. A two-part special screening on consecutive days, this is the epic story of humanity's journey from our shared origins in Africa 10,000 generations ago all the way to Eddie Izzard.

Network
ScheduleMonday - Sunday (daily) at 21:00 (60 min)

Last Episode

Episode 2
Season 1Episode 260 min

Episode 2

Eddie retraces the journey of his paternal DNA, and discovers how the male Izzards battled with the Ice Age and slept with an alien species.
Feb. 21, 2013

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E02Episode 2Feb. 21, 2013
S01E01Episode 1Feb. 20, 2013
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Meet the Izzards premiere?

Meet the Izzards premiered on October 6, 2013.

Who is the host of Meet the Izzards?

Eddie Izzard is the host of Meet the Izzards.

How many episodes are in the first season of Meet the Izzards?

The first and only season of Meet the Izzards has six episodes.

In which countries does Eddie Izzard explore in the show?

Eddie Izzard explores the United States, Canada, and South Africa in the show.

What is the premise of Meet the Izzards?

Meet the Izzards is a travel documentary show where Eddie Izzard travels to different countries and explores both the history and culture.

What are some of the topics that Eddie Izzard explores in the show?

Eddie Izzard explores topics such as politics, religion, and history in the show.

What inspired Eddie Izzard to create the show?

Eddie Izzard was inspired to create the show after running 43 marathons in 51 days across South Africa in 2009.

Who serves as the executive producer of Meet the Izzards?

British television producer Michael Waldman served as the executive producer of Meet the Izzards.

Who are some of the notable figures featured in Meet the Izzards?

Archbishop Desmond Tutu and Nathan Lane are among the notable figures featured in Meet the Izzards.

What is the shooting style of Meet the Izzards?

Meet the Izzards is shot in a first-person style, with Eddie Izzard often speaking directly to the camera.

What was Eddie Izzard's goal with the show?

Eddie Izzard's goal with the show was to explore different countries and try to understand them better.

How long are the episodes of Meet the Izzards?

The episodes of Meet the Izzards are approximately 60 minutes long.

Cast

Suzy Eddie Izzard

Suzy Eddie Izzard

plays herself
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Characters

Presenter

Presenter

played by Suzy Eddie Izzard
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