Series synopsis
Race Around the World is an Australian reality documentary television series that premiered on ABC TV on June 7, 2026. It stars Zan Rowe and John Safran.
The ABC's original 90s documentary reality show returns with a new generation of filmmakers. Six storytellers. Ten films. One winner. Hosted by Zan Rowe with original 90s Racer John Safran, it's a ride you don't want to miss.
Premise
The ABC's original 90s documentary reality show returns with a new generation of filmmakers. Six storytellers. Ten films. One winner. Hosted by Zan Rowe with original 90s Racer John Safran, it's a ride you don't want to miss.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Zan Rowe as Self - Host
- John Safran as Self - Judge
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 6 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 6 | June 7, 2026 | July 12, 2026 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Episode 1 Six filmmakers are sent to surprise global locations and given ten days to make a film, where three esteemed judges critique their work. |
June 7, 2026 |
| 2 |
Episode 2 In episode two, six filmmakers battle harsh critiques, technical disasters and cultural challenges as they create short films across the globe, with one standout rising to the top. |
June 14, 2026 |
| 3 |
Episode 3 Six filmmakers battle exhaustion, setbacks and misunderstanding competition rules as they race across six countries to complete their film, culminating in a shocking disqualification and a game-changing twist. |
June 21, 2026 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | ABC TV |
|---|---|
| First aired | June 7, 2026 |
| Status | continue |