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James May's Big Ideas

James May's Big Ideas

Description: James May travels the globe in search of ways to turn science fiction into reality.
Genre: Documentary
Year Released: 2008
Number of seasons: 1
Number of episodes: 3
First episode air date: September 28, 2008
Narrated By: James May
Networks: BBC, BBC Two
Executive Producer: Nigel Paterson
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The Grand Tour

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James May's Big Trouble in Model Britain

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James May at the Edge of Space

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James May's Things You Need to Know

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James May: Our Man in Japan

James May: Our Man in Japan
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James May's Toy Stories

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