Idiot Abroad: Series 3 [Blu-ray]

This is a really funny show. It is produced by Ricky Gervais, who I don't find funny, however, Mr Pilkington is excellent and appears to be authentic in his world-weary view of travel and culture. Pairing Pilkington with Warwick is unnecessary and clearly upsets the balance of the show.

I could not wait to get into the 3rd season of an Idiot abroad after watching the first 2 seasons and falling in love with the Idiot that is Karl Pilkington. I have to say I was a little wary of the fact that he was going to have a sidekick. I wasn't sure how that was going to work and I thought it might take away too much from Karl's airtime but I shouldn't have worried, the banter between them is just hilarious. Karl is a little more outgoing on this trip which I really liked, it wasn't all just grumbling and moaning, he really seemed to be enjoying himself and Warwick is a total joy to watch.

Admittedly this series is shorter than the previous two, only weighing in with 3 real episodes, however that shouldn't deter anyone from taking the time to enjoy the third incarnation of an Idiot Abroad. Ironically in this series it seems that Karl has managed to figure out that his mates aren't out there to make his life more fun or even do things that he wants during the excursions and has accepted his fate as a simple object for our amusement. This does reduce the amount of traditional 'belly aching' from Karl and seems to honestly open his eyes a bit more to the things he is experiencing in a way more fitting to how you or I would. I found myself thinking "Hrm, thats more how I'd react to that." far more often in series 3 than the previous series' which made me wonder if either Karl is losing his edge (is Ricky finally getting through to him?) or have they simply run out of new ideas to throw at him. The introduction of Warwick Davis does bring a new element into the series (you keep having those moments where you think, "Oh ya! He was also in..." through the whole series) and his interactions with Karl make for the occasional chuckle, however in my opinion the jokes and experiences between the two of them feel completely fake and staged...until the very end. Overall, without giving too much away on the series I will say that for fans of An Idiot Abroad it's a worthy addition to your Blu-ray collection (I have all 3 series myself) but for those looking to get into the series...do yourself a favor...start at the beginning as you will appreciate the complexities (or lack there of) of Mr. Karl Pilkington, a true Idiot Abroad.

Dry British humor. If you like Ricky Gervais, you will find this show hilarious.

I've been a fan of the "Idiot Abroad" series since the very first episode. I think Karl Pilkington is amazingly funny, even when he's not trying to be, and I definitely recommend this series on DVD. Having said that, please realize that there are only three episodes (one DVD) in this series, and for the first time Karl gets a traveling companion to bicker with in this outing, Warwick Davis, which changes the dynamic considerably. In this series Karl and Warwick retrace the Marco Polo route from Venice all the way back to China. I sometimes found the interplay of the two funny, but I really felt that Karl was in his prime when he was solo as he was in the first two seasons. If you like "An Idiot Abroad", I definitely recommend this volume to you, but if you're new to the concept, please start with season one as you'll understand more and the later episodes will be more enjoyable to you.

I loved the first two seasons of An Idiot Abroad and couldn't wait for this to come out on DVD through Netflix, so my husband and I bought this from Amazon Video on Demand. Despite being shallow, slow, and offensive, Karl's trials and his reactions to them in the first two seasons endeared him to me somewhat. He had my sympathy when he was going through unnecessary crap (caused by Ricky), his interactions with locals made me laugh (the Mongolian throat singing was the best), and his observations were often spot-on and witty. In Season 3, Karl lost much of my sympathy in the absolutely horribly offensive things he said to to Warwick. (As I side note, I highly recommend Warwick's memoir, "Size Matters Not.") But ultimately, the dynamic between the two of them was awesome and made for great television. The third and final episode was the best; it definitely had me laughing out loud.

We just love Karl Pilkington. His sensitive and overly British nature just does something for us. The downside to this season is that it's really short.

I highly suggest you also listen to the podcasts. If you listen to those much of the show will be more enjoyable. Like for instance when he lays down to sleep on the round bed in India. You wont know whithout podcasts that he sleeps with his legs off the side of the bed in order to "trick his legs". Carl believes he has restless leg syndrome. He believes that by keeping his legs in upright position off the edge of the bed they will not know he is sleeping and therefore will not become restless. Oh goodness. I really do like Carl. Cant get enough.

I love Karl and all his antics. I can't get enough, either you like him or you don't. I do and loved it.

With the addition of Warwick Davies to the show, I felt that it might turn Idiot Abroad into a more contrived show than its more organic roots. Apart from a couple of contrived moments the show managed to evolve into something new and fresh without breaking too far away from how it started in the first two series. Karl seems more comfortable in front of camera. He knows what he wants to do, or not to. He does seem more aware of his whit than usual. Davies seems a pretty genuine character as well. There's some genuinely funny moments too that will have you laughing out loud. Also, on blue-ray this show looks amazing. The idiot abroad series is by far the best travel show out there right now. Nothing is hidden or covered to making something look good or bad. It is what it is. Thoroughly recommend it!!!

To me this is the funniest travel series out there. It is a new way of looking at the world for sure.

Karl is joined on his adventures this time by the wonderful Warwick Davies, who has the patience of a saint. Karl is not always very kind to Warwick and there is a lot of banter between them - not always good-humoured. However, I think they are friends in real life and Warwick is used to Karl's sense of humour (at least, I hope that's the case!) The duo's adventures take them to China, Italy (where they cosplay masked ball attendees) and India, where they briefly join a 'freak show' (the latter making uncomfortable viewing in places). I love the concept and find Karl a real hoot most of the time - a big moaning Minnie who is at his happiest when complaining - and this series is definitely enhanced by the presence of Warwick Davies, who is an enthusiastic traveller who just gobbles up new information and experiences.

an idiot abroad mit Karl und seinem "Freund". Ungewohnt, dass er nicht alleine rumstinkert...aber sehr witzig anzusehen, soweit man englisch kann. Englische Untertitel gibt es aber auch, falls man mitlesen möchte.