The Trip
The Trip

TV Show spotlight

The Trip

2020
TV Show
Ended
5 Seasons
English

Steve agrees to review six restaurants and takes Rob with him.

Insights

IMDb6.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes81%
Metacritic60/100
Google Users70%
Director: Michael WinterbottomGenres: Comedy, Drama, Adventure

Plot Summary

Steve Coogan and Rob Brydon reunite for a culinary and scenic road trip through Greece, reprising their roles as semi-fictionalized versions of themselves. As they journey from one ancient site to another, they engage in their usual banter, witty impersonations, and existential conversations, exploring themes of life, aging, and artistic ambition.

Critical Reception

The Trip to Greece received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its continuation of the established formula of insightful humor, stunning scenery, and the appealing chemistry between its leads. While some found it familiar, most agreed it was a charming and reflective installment in the series.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film's greatest strength lies in the effortless chemistry and banter between Coogan and Brydon.

  • The stunning Greek landscapes provide a beautiful backdrop to the characters' conversations and reflections.

  • While formulaic, the film offers a consistently amusing and poignant exploration of friendship and aging.

Google audience: Audiences enjoyed the film's humor and the dynamic between the two leads, appreciating the picturesque settings and the continuation of the familiar, enjoyable format. Some viewers felt it didn't break new ground but was still a solid entry in the series.

Fun Fact

The film was shot entirely on location in Greece, following Coogan and Brydon's past trips to Italy, Spain, and the English countryside.

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TMDB Reviews

1 reviews
Peter McGinn

Peter McGinn

I have watched this show since the onset and have enjoyed it immensely. Braydon is a favorite of Zmine andCoiogan is a good friend/foil for him. They both do pretty good impersonations of celebrities, though Coogan’s character feels is is b...