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Idris Elba: King of Speed
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Idris Elba: King of Speed

2013-12-25 · 60 min / episode · ★ 6.5

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Idris Elba travels from his childhood home in east London to 'Motor City' - Detroit - and then on to New Jersey where he delves into the history of the first boy racers and explores how the quest for high speed has shaped professional motorsport and popular culture.

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Shine TV, Endemol Shine North
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United Kingdom
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Ended

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Idris ElbaIdris ElbaSelf
Ari VatanenAri VatanenSelf
Max VatanenSelf

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