

TV series
James May's Man Lab
2010–2013, English, on BBC Two.
James May's Man Lab sees James attempting redeem the reputation of the modern man by teaching them skills that were cherished by their forefathers.
- Seasons
- 3
- Episodes
- 12
- Episode length
- 60 min
- Status
- Ended in 2013
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Latest episode
S3 E5: How to Run a Whelk Stand
Aired 25 April 2013
Seasons 3
Details
- First aired
- 31 October 2010
- Last aired
- 25 April 2013
- Network
- BBC Two
- Language
- English
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- Documentary
- Rated
- TV-PG
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James May's Man Lab: quick answers
Is James May's Man Lab worth watching?
James May's Man Lab doesn’t have enough ratings for a verdict yet.
How many seasons of James May's Man Lab are there?
James May's Man Lab has 3 seasons and 12 episodes, about 60 minutes each.
Is James May's Man Lab finished?
Yes. James May's Man Lab ended in 2013, so you can watch the whole story.
Which OTT platform is James May's Man Lab on?
James May's Man Lab isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 7 November 2026.)
James May's Man Lab parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
James May's Man Lab is rated TV-PG. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
What shows are like James May's Man Lab?
If you liked James May's Man Lab, try How Do They Do It?, Mysteries at the Museum, American Masters.
