Around the World in 80 Days (Masterpiece)

Ambitious and epic miniseries take on the Jules Verne classic stars David Tennant as wealthy Victorian gentleman Phileas Fogg, who impetuously wagers half his fortune to his fellows that he can circle the globe in no more than 80 days. He's accompanied in his thrilling attempt to make good by reluctant valet Jean Passepartout (Ibrahim Koma) and intrepid journalist Abigail "Fix" Fortescue (Leonie Benesch); Shivaani Ghai, Peter Sullivan, Anthony Flanagan also star. Widescreen; Soundtrack: English.