TV series
Idris Elba: King of Speed
2013, English, on BBC Two.
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.
- Seasons
- 1
- Episodes
- 3
- Episode length
- 60 min
- Status
- Ended in 2013
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Latest episode
S1 E1: Episode 1
Aired 25 December 2013
Seasons 1
Details
- First aired
- 25 December 2013
- Last aired
- 25 December 2013
- Network
- BBC Two
- Language
- English
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- Miniseries
- Rated
- U
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Idris Elba: King of Speed: quick answers
Is Idris Elba: King of Speed worth watching?
Idris Elba: King of Speed doesn’t have enough ratings for a verdict yet.
How many seasons of Idris Elba: King of Speed are there?
Idris Elba: King of Speed has 1 season and 3 episodes, about 60 minutes each.
Is Idris Elba: King of Speed finished?
Yes. Idris Elba: King of Speed ended in 2013, so you can watch the whole story.
Which OTT platform is Idris Elba: King of Speed on?
Idris Elba: King of Speed isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can buy it online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
Idris Elba: King of Speed parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Idris Elba: King of Speed is rated U. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
What shows are like Idris Elba: King of Speed?
If you liked Idris Elba: King of Speed, try 30 for 30, Top Gear, Mysteries at the Museum.