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Railways of the Great War with Michael Portillo

Genres

Documentary

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Michael Portillo examines the role of the railways in World War I and travels through Britain and Europe uncovering stories from the Great War.

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Budget

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Revenue

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Status

Ended

Original Language

English

Runtime

mins

Rating

7/10

Release Date

08 December 2025

Country

Germany

Cast

Michael Portillo

Michael Portillo

Self - Presenter

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