Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown
- Documentary
Bourdain travels across the globe to uncover little-known areas of the world and celebrate diverse cultures by exploring food and dining rituals. Known for his curiosity, candor, and acerbic wit, Bourdain takes viewers off the beaten path of tourist destinations – including some war-torn parts of the world – and meets with a variety of local citizens to offer a window into their lifestyles, and occasionally communes with an internationally lauded chef on his journeys.
Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown is a documentary series that premiered in 2013, following the late chef and writer as he traveled the globe to explore lesser-known cultures through food, dining, and direct encounters with local communities. Spanning 12 seasons, the show became renowned for Bourdain's unfiltered perspective and willingness to venture into complex, sometimes dangerous regions that typical travel shows avoided. The series concluded after Bourdain's death in 2018.
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Anthony BourdainSelf - Host- Michael RuhlmanSelf
Penn JilletteSelf- Oscar GoodmanSelf
Daniel BouludSelf
Anabel HernándezSelf- Zamir GottaSelf
- Dave McMillanSelf - Chef / Owner, Joe Beef
Fred MorinSelf - Chef & Owner: Joe Beef- Zach ZamboniSelf
- Andy RickerSelf
- Jonathan DawsonSelf - Journalist
Martin PicardSelf - Chef
David ChoeSelf - Artist- Daniel McCabeSelf - Documentarian
Trailer
Anthony Bourdain previews new CNN show
Seasons
12 seasons
Season 18 episodes · 2013-04-14
Season 28 episodes · 2013-09-15
Season 38 episodes · 2014-04-13
Season 48 episodes · 2014-09-28
Season 58 episodes · 2015-04-26
Season 68 episodes · 2015-09-28
Season 77 episodes · 2016-04-24
Season 89 episodes · 2016-09-25
Season 98 episodes · 2017-04-30
Season 108 episodes · 2017-10-01
Season 118 episodes · 2018-04-29
Season 127 episodes · 2018-09-23
Episodes · Season 12
Full season| # | Title | Air date | Runtime | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Kenya | 2018-09-23 | 45m | 7.7 |
| 02 | Asturias, Spain | 2018-09-30 | 45m | 7.5 |
| 03 | Indonesia | 2018-10-07 | 45m | 7.0 |
| 04 | Bourdain’s Impact | 2018-10-14 | 45m | 7.0 |
| 05 | Far West Texas | 2018-10-21 | 45m | 7.0 |
| 06 | Behind the Scenes | 2018-10-28 | 45m | 7.0 |
| 07 | Lower East Side | 2018-11-11 | 45m | 5.7 |
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Is Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown renewed or cancelled?
Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown has ended — it concluded its planned run.
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How many seasons of Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown are there?
The series ran for 12 seasons from 2013 to 2018.
Where can I watch Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown?
The series is available on CNN, which originally aired the show, and on various streaming platforms. Check your local streaming services for availability.
What makes Parts Unknown different from other travel shows?
Rather than focusing on tourist attractions, Bourdain explored off-the-beaten-path destinations and war-affected regions, emphasizing authentic conversations with locals and cultural understanding over conventional sightseeing.
Is the show still running?
No, the series ended in 2018.
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