A few weeks ago, it was reported that well-known Scottish actor, musician and comedian Billy Connolly would host another television travel series, this time on Route 66.
Today, more details came to the surface in The Guardian newspaper of London and other British media.
- Connolly’s trip will start in May.
- It will be a four-part series of 60 minutes each in prime time.
- The working title will be “Billy Connolly’s Route 66.”
- It will be his second travelogue for ITV, which found ratings bait with a four-part series about the Northwest Passage.
More details about the shoot:
Along the way, he will explore landmark moments in US history, journey with seasoned Route 66 roadies and first-time travellers, and make stops to investigate contemporary aspects of US culture.
This will include swapping his Harley Davidson for a horse in Texas and riding out with the California Highway Patrol. All of the action will be framed by “some of the best American music of the 20th century”.
Connolly said: “Travelling Route 66 has been a lifelong ambition. It brings together some of my favourite things: my trike, my banjo and America – the ultimate road trip.”
In my opinion, Connolly’s most memorable acting role was in 1997’s “Mrs. Brown,” co-starring Jedi Dench. The film was based on the story of Queen Victoria (Dench) and her Scottish servant, John Brown (Connolly), who helped her emerge from a deep depression after the death of her husband in 1861. The film became an unexpected hit and helped Dench earn an Academy Award nomination. Connolly’s performance earned a heap of praise as well.
I see this series of shows will air on ITV network. I’ve never heard of it. Do you know if it’s available in Tulsa?
ITV is a UK network but the show will be released eventually on DVD like all of Billy’s previous travel shows