Is Spirit of Asia coming back?
Spirit of Asia (1980–1980) on BBC Two
About Spirit of Asia
The show Spirit of Asia ended on March 2, 1980, on BBC Two. It has no upcoming episodes or scheduled return. The series concluded its run after airing all eight episodes in its first season.
Spirit of Asia was a documentary series that originally aired in 1980. It featured David Attenborough exploring India and South-East Asia, focusing on the ancient religions and art-forms that have persisted into the 20th century. The series showcased how these traditions continue to be a vital part of daily life in those regions.
The show starred David Attenborough as the narrator. Each episode had a runtime of approximately 60 minutes. Since the series has ended, there are no current plans for a new season or continuation.
Spirit of Asia episode schedule
8 aired
Aired · 8
| Date | Ep. | Title |
|---|---|---|
| March 2, 1980 | S1·E8 | Land of a Million Buddhas |
| February 24, 1980 | S1·E7 | God-Kings of Angkor |
| February 17, 1980 | S1·E6 | Artists in Exile |
| February 10, 1980 | S1·E5 | The Haunted Land |
| February 3, 1980 | S1·E4 | The Story of Rama |
| January 27, 1980 | S1·E3 | Land of the Cosmic Mountain |
| January 20, 1980 | S1·E2 | The Morning of the World |
| January 13, 1980 | S1·E1 | The World of Shadows |
