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Railways of the Great War with Michael Portillo

7.020141 seasonTV SeriesDocumentary

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

DirectorTom Richardson
WriterTom Richardson
ProducerJohn Comerford

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Seasons & Episodes

E1
A Railway War Begins
Aug 4, 2014
E2
Railways and Railwaymen Called to Action
Aug 5, 2014
E3
Keeping the War Moving
Aug 6, 2014
E4
On Track to Victory
Aug 7, 2014
E5
Railways and Remembrance
Aug 8, 2014

Cast · Directed by Tom Richardson

MPMichael Portillo
Michael Portillo
Self - Presenter

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How many seasons are in Railways of the Great War with Michael Portillo?

Railways of the Great War with Michael Portillo has 1 season in total (5 episodes). The series concluded in 2014.

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Yes — all 5 episodes across 1 season of Railways of the Great War with Michael Portillo are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 2 of Railways of the Great War with Michael Portillo?

No — Railways of the Great War with Michael Portillo ended after 1 season, so there is no Season 2.