

Web series
The Search for the Nile
The Search for the Nile is a 1971 BBC One docudrama miniseries about the 19th-century European quest to find the source of the Nile River, focusing on explorers like Richard Burton, John Hanning Speke, and David Livingstone. The acclaimed six-part series, starring Kenneth Haigh as Burton, is known for its detailed portrayal of the explorers' hardships, rivalries, and discoveries, winning a Primetime Emmy and a Peabody Award.
- Status
- Ended
- Type
- Miniseries
- Last aired
- 1971-10-27
- Language
- English
BBC One
- miniseries
- docudrama
- historical drama
- 19th century
Seasons
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Behind the camera
Produced in
United Kingdom, United States of America
Where to watch
Availability for Austria. Provided by JustWatch through the TMDB API.
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Air dates
- First aired
- 1971-09-22
- Latest episode
- 1971-10-27
- Status
- Ended
- Next release
- Completed
- Miniseries21 Sept 1971
Frequently asked questions
The Search for the Nile is streaming on Amazon Video in India. Use the official Watch now links in the Where to watch section above.
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