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Long Way Up

2020TV-141 season7.5 / 10

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The epic motorcycle adventure continues in this third chapter of the Long Way series, as Ewan McGregor and Charley Boorman journey to glorious landscapes across South and Central America—on the backs of prototype electric Harley-Davidsons.

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Checked Oct 31, 2026

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Synopsis

The epic motorcycle adventure continues in this third chapter of the Long Way series, as Ewan McGregor and Charley Boorman journey to glorious landscapes across South and Central America—on the backs of prototype electric Harley-Davidsons.

Season 1 episodes

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Episode 1

Preparation

46m8.4 / 10

Ewan McGregor reunites with his best friend, Charley Boorman, to evaluate what's important in their lives following a life-threatening accident.

Episode credits

Directed by David Alexanian, Russ MalkinGuest stars Max Biaggi

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Episode 2

Ushuaia

43m8.2 / 10

Ewan, Charley, and the team land in Ushuaia, the southernmost tip of South America, but tensions arise due to snow and mechanical issues.

Episode credits

Directed by David Alexanian, Russ Malkin

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Episode 3

Southern Patagonia

45m8.0 / 10

Heading through Patagonia, Ewan and Charley stay at an eco-lodge in one of the world's remotest areas with people that live off the grid.

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Directed by David Alexanian, Russ Malkin

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Episode 4

The Andes

52m9.0 / 10

Crossing back into Chile, the team arrives just in time to celebrate Chilean Independence Day before riding across the high Andes.

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Directed by David Alexanian, Russ Malkin

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Episode 5

Atacama Desert into Bolivia

51m8.4 / 10

Ewan and Charley head through Argentina's red rock landscape while a member of their team copes with altitude sickness.

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Directed by David Alexanian, Russ Malkin

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Episode 6

Bolivia

47m8.5 / 10

The struggle in the extraordinary Bolivian desert continues. Ewan and Charley stay in a hotel made entirely out of salt before riding to La Paz.

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Directed by David Alexanian, Russ Malkin

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Episode 7

Peru

45m9.0 / 10

Reaching the halfway point of their trip, Ewan fulfills a childhood dream by climbing Machu Picchu before traveling deep into the Amazon.

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Directed by David Alexanian, Russ Malkin

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Episode 8

Ecuador

44m8.0 / 10

Ewan and Charley experience the beauty of Ecuador, the sixth country on their trip, before facing a travel setback in Colombia.

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Directed by David Alexanian, Russ Malkin

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Episode 9

Colombia, Panama & Costa Rica

44m9.2 / 10

After their plane is delayed by fog, Ewan and Charley embark on an unforgettable boat journey along the Colombian coast in an old trawler.

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Directed by David Alexanian, Russ Malkin

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Episode 10

Nicaragua, Honduras, Guatemala & Mexico

52m8.2 / 10

The guys get a little too close to the Masaya volcano in Nicaragua. Crossing into Honduras, they meet with UNICEF and prepare for Mexico.

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Directed by David Alexanian, Russ MalkinGuest stars Jamyan McGregor

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Episode 11

Oaxaca to L.A.

50m8.6 / 10finale

Ewan and Charley experience a cactus forest and a sunrise hot-air balloon as they head toward their final destination: Los Angeles. Series finale.

Episode credits

Directed by David Alexanian, Russ MalkinGuest stars Mary Elizabeth Winstead

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Episode information updated Nov 14, 2026

More about Long Way Up

Cast

Ewan McGregorSelf
Charley BoormanSelf
Russ MalkinSelf
David AlexanianSelf
Claudio von PlantaSelf
Mary Elizabeth WinsteadSelf
Jamyan McGregorSelf
Max BiaggiSelf

Credits

Created by
David Alexanian, Charley Boorman, Russ Malkin, Ewan McGregor

Production details

Status
Ended
Series type
Miniseries
Episodes
11
Original language
English

Networks & production

  • Apple TV
  • Elixir FilmsUnited States
  • Big EarthUnited Kingdom
  • Long Way ProductionsUnited Kingdom