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Michael Portillo's 200 Years of the Railways

20251 seasonTV SeriesDocumentary

Michael Portillo celebrates the modern railway’s 200th birthday, revealing the journey that changed the world.

DirectorAnthony Holland
ProducersJohn Comerford·Alison Kreps

Where to watch

SBS On DemandSBS On Demand
Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Seasons & Episodes

E1
The Day That Changed the World
Sep 16, 2025
E2
How the Railways Changed Britain
Sep 23, 2025

Cast · Directed by Anthony Holland

MPMichael Portillo
Michael Portillo
Self - Presenter

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Michael Portillo's 200 Years of the Railways — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Michael Portillo's 200 Years of the Railways?

Michael Portillo's 200 Years of the Railways is streaming on SBS On Demand in Australia. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Michael Portillo's 200 Years of the Railways on Netflix?

No, Michael Portillo's 200 Years of the Railways is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026. It's currently on SBS On Demand.

Is Michael Portillo's 200 Years of the Railways on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Michael Portillo's 200 Years of the Railways isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now. It's on SBS On Demand instead.

Where can I watch Michael Portillo's 200 Years of the Railways for free?

Michael Portillo's 200 Years of the Railways is available to stream free (with ads) on SBS On Demand in Australia.

How many seasons are in Michael Portillo's 200 Years of the Railways?

Michael Portillo's 200 Years of the Railways has 1 season in total (2 episodes). The series concluded in 2025.

Are all episodes of Michael Portillo's 200 Years of the Railways out yet?

Yes — all 2 episodes across 1 season of Michael Portillo's 200 Years of the Railways are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 2 of Michael Portillo's 200 Years of the Railways?

No — Michael Portillo's 200 Years of the Railways ended after 1 season, so there is no Season 2.