Our take
Imagine a travel show hosted by someone with zero interest in travel. It can go either of two ways: you can hate the guy for his ignorance or love him for trying anyway. Thankfully, veteran comedian Eugene Levy falls in the latter category in the aptly titled series The Reluctant Traveler with Eugene Levy. Here, the unadventurous 75-year-old gets out of his comfort zone and finally explores a world that, according to him, he’s spent his entire life avoiding. Levy may not be a cultural connoisseur, but he’s a pleasant presence with nice comedic timing, warm people skills, and a big sense of gratitude, so really, what’s not to like?
The story
Award-winning actor and nervous explorer Eugene Levy steps out of his comfort zone for a whirlwind tour of the world's most beautiful and intriguing destinations.
Elsewhere
"The lavish resorts are enticing, but “The Reluctant Traveler” is easily at its best when Levy gets away from his wealth and interacts with the people at his destinations."
— Brian Tallerico
The details
Street Food
Brian McGinn & David Gelb
Omnivore
Matt Goulding & René Redzepi
Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones
Clay Jeter
ARA San Juan: The Submarine that Disappeared
Mauricio Albornoz Iniesta
Dirty Pop: The Boy Band Scam
David Terry Fine
SPRINT
Chimp Empire
Secrets of the Elephants
Fleur Bone & Glenn Barden
Who picked it
Renee Cuisia is the lead curator at A Good Movie to Watch. In her spare time, she likes to watch K-dramas and analyze them to death. She's also seen You've Got Mail one too many times but is still convinced it's one of the greatest films out there.
