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Ian Hislop's Trains That Changed the World

Ian Hislop's Trains That Changed the World

Genres

Documentary

OverView

How four iconic British-built trains revolutionised rail travel and inspired incredible railway projects the world over.

Others

Budget

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Revenue

$--

Status

Returning Series

Original Language

English

Runtime

mins

Rating

6/10

Release Date

04 June 2025

Country

United Kingdom

Cast

Ian Hislop

Ian Hislop

Self - Presenter

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