Movies and TvShows featuring "circumnavigation" theme.

An online/broadcast hybrid reality series based on the concept of whether a person can circle the globe without any money. The show follows a reality star, as they attempt to travel around the world without any money on hand. They travel with one cameraman and rely on local guides and inhabitants for basic needs.

Join Michael Palin as he embarks on a daring adventure to circumnavigate the vast Pacific Ocean. From the stunning landscapes of the Pacific Rim to the diverse cultures and captivating stories along the way, this TV mini-series is a thrilling exploration of the world's largest ocean.

Based on the incredible true story, The Mercy follows Donald Crowhurst, an amateur sailor in the 1968 Sunday Times Golden Globe Race, who sets out to circumnavigate the globe in a yacht hoping to win the prize and prove his worth. However, as he faces numerous challenges and battles against the harsh elements of the sea, he finds himself lost at sea and must confront his own limits and the consequences of his choices.

Turning Tide is an adrenaline-fueled drama that follows the journey of a skilled navigator and his determined daughter as they face perilous challenges at sea. Together, they battle against icebergs, illness, and fierce competition, all while exemplifying the virtues of altruism and friendship. Amidst the chaos, they also confront the harsh realities of sickle-cell anemia and embark on a daring sea rescue mission, showcasing the power of human resilience. This gripping tale unfolds against the backdrop of a regatta and the daring circumnavigation of the globe, immersing viewers in the thrilling world of aquatic sports and the spirit of adventure.

Spain, 1519. Ferdinand Magellan, Portuguese navigator in the service of King Charles I, undertakes, at the command of five ships, a commercial expedition to the Moluccas. The story of the first circumnavigation of the world, completed by Juan Sebastián Elcano in 1522.

Three iconic adventurers - newsman John Simpson, polar explorer Ranulph Fiennes and solo yachtsman Robin Knox-Johnston - go on a newsgathering trip to war-torn Afghanistan, attempt to sail around the most notorious of all maritime landmarks, Cape Horn, situated at the southernmost tip of South America, and man-haul sledges across the frozen sea ice of the Canadian Arctic.

Mike Plant burned his way through life by an unconventional set of rules, leading him to dark corners of the world before finding his passion and the pinnacle of an extreme sport that celebrates individuals who race around the world on a sailboat... a true American adventure story.

Voyage of the Southern Sun is a captivating documentary film that follows the remarkable journey of renowned Australian adventurer, Michael Smith. Embarking on a daring adventure, Smith flies solo in a flying boat known as the Southern Sun, circumnavigating the globe and exploring different cultures and landscapes. Throughout his journey, he encounters thrilling challenges, breathtaking sights, and takes viewers along on this extraordinary expedition of a lifetime.

Discovery examines the history of "Golden age of Piracy." The program takes a detailed look at the harsh lives of pirates, their tactics, motivations and why they would choose such a life. The geopolitical forces that lead to the proliferation of pirates and their final demise are explained.

Teen Abby Sunderland dares try to become the youngest person to sail around the globe solo, but her journey -- and survival -- are put to the test. Thrust into danger, Abby is forced to think fast when the sea turns on her and her childhood dream.

A documentary covering Charles de Jaeger and Wynford Vaughan-Thomas's eight-day journey around the world. Travelling solely by British airlines, Jaeger and Thomas visit Rome, Karachi, Singapore, Fiji and Vancouver, amongst other places.

This is the story of the Great Barrier Reef, from man's ancient awareness of it, to his realisation that it is a major world wonder of great value to mankind. Beautiful, dangerous and diverse, the Reef provides escape and recreation, a vast resource and limitless retreat for the fisherman, tourist, adventurer, industrialist, scientist, artist and sportsman. But — a small increment of pollution or a slight deprivation of sunlight may set in motion a chain of events that could precipitate a decline and decay of the Reef on which little coral polyps have been working for some six hundred thousand years.

A travelogue shot on 35 mm by Walter and Aloha Wanderwell, capture the 1920 era’s ongoing enthrallment with the speed and range offered by motorized wheels.

Paul Rose presents this 60-minute documentary about Captain Cook's first voyage on the Endeavour, via Tahiti, New Zealand and Australia.