Al Murray: Why Does Everyone Hate the British Empire? — Season 1
About this season
Al Murray: Why Does Everyone Hate the British Empire? is the third Sky HISTORY original series featuring historian and writer Al Murray and his comedic alter ego, The Pub Landlord. In each location, Al pairs up with a local comedian to explore the history of British colonial rule and its legacy.
Episodes (4)
1. India
Aired 23 October 2023
Al Murray is joined by legendary master of stand-up, Anuvab Pal, to explore the truth about Britain's rocky relationship with India.
2. Jamaica
Aired 30 October 2023
Al is joined by Chris Daley to uncover the real story of the pirates of the Caribbean and the barbaric realities of the slave trade.
3. South Africa
Aired 6 November 2023
Al and local comedian Loyiso Gola embark on a road trip through the true British imperial history in South Africa.
4. Australia
Aired 13 November 2023
Al and comic Kevin Kropinyeri reveal that Captain Cook was not really a Captain and explore the Aboriginal history of Australian cricket.