Eddie Izzard's Mandela Marathons

Eddie Izzard's Mandela Marathons

2013•45m

Documentary

Actor and comedian Eddie Izzard pays tribute to Nelson Mandela and her extraordinary story by attempting to complete 27 marathons across South Africa in just 27 days.

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Language

EN

Status

Ended

First Aired

May 23, 2013

Last Aired

May 30, 2013

Networks

Sky One

Where to Watch

Region US · Lang EN

US

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Seasons & Episodes

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Season

Episode 1

E1

Episode 1

Air date: 2013-05-23

The cameras follow Eddie Izzard as he pays tribute to Nelson Mandela by attempting to complete 27 marathons across South Africa in just 27 days.

Episode 2

E2

Episode 2

Air date: 2013-05-30

Back on track, Eddie Izzard resumes his run and is on his way to Johannesburg. The good fortune is fleeting, however, when more medical complications arise.

Cast

Eddie Izzard

Eddie Izzard

Herself

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