Name: James May's Cars of the People
Genre: Documentary
Cast: James May

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2 seasons · 6 episodes · best: S1E1 "Episode #1.1" 8.6

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James May takes a look at the 'peoples car'. Covering every form of cars for the masses - from the Beetle to the Kei Car, May looks at the many forms of people's car, their origins and their effect on history. Each episode covers a particular theme; these being cars from dictatorships, microcars and the dream cars we aspire to.

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August 10, 2014 · February 7, 2016 · Ended

First aired: August 10, 2014
Last aired: February 7, 2016
Status: Ended
Length: 2 seasons · 6 episodes
Genres: Documentary
Original language: English
Made in: United Kingdom
Available in: 7 countries

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Where can I stream James May's Cars of the People?

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In the United States, James May's Cars of the People is free with ads on The Roku. You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. It also streams in 3 other countries.

Is James May's Cars of the People worth watching?

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Is James May's Cars of the People okay for kids?

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How long does it take to watch James May's Cars of the People?

6 h

About 6 hours: 6 episodes in 2 seasons of about 60 minutes each, aired from 2014 to 2016.