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The Grand Tour

The Grand Tour is a British motoring television series created by Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond, James May, and Andy Wilman for Amazon Prime Video.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

The Grand Tour is a British motoring television series created by Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond, James May, and Andy Wilman for Amazon Prime Video. It premiered on 18 November 2016 and was developed after the trio and Wilman left the BBC series Top Gear. The original run ended in September 2024, and a new host lineup was announced in February 2026 for a planned seventh series. In Canada, the series has been available to viewers through Prime Video.

Premise

The Grand Tour follows Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond, and James May as they travel to different locations and take part in car-related and adventure-based segments. Early episodes prominently featured a large travelling tent before later specials and formats expanded the show’s structure.

Production and release

The series was created by the former Top Gear team for Amazon Prime Video and debuted in November 2016. It was originally planned as a 36-episode run released over three years, though the franchise continued through specials and later series.

Reception and format

The programme is known for its blend of automotive journalism, comedy, and large-scale location filming. Descriptions of the series emphasise the presenters’ chemistry and the show’s global settings.

Later development

The original trio’s final episode aired in September 2024, ending their 22-year presenting partnership. In 2026, a new presenting team was announced for a future series.

Key facts

  • The series was created after Clarkson, Hammond, May, and Wilman left Top Gear.
  • The show combines motoring features with travel, comedy, and adventure elements.
  • The original presenting trio’s final episode aired on 13 September 2024.
  • In February 2026, James Engelsman, Thomas Holland, and Francis Bourgeois were confirmed as a new host lineup for a planned seventh series.
  • The programme has been described as airing in syndication on local stations in the United States since September 2024.
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Canadian context

The Grand Tour has been available to Canadian viewers through Prime Video, making it part of the streaming catalogue seen by Canadian audiences.

Frequently asked questions

What is The Grand Tour?
The Grand Tour is a British motoring television series made for Amazon Prime Video, featuring Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond, and James May.
When did The Grand Tour first air?
It premiered on 18 November 2016.
Who created The Grand Tour?
It was created by Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond, James May, and Andy Wilman.
What is The Grand Tour about?
The series combines cars, travel, adventure, and comedy, often filming in locations around the world.
When did the original trio stop presenting the show?
Their final episode together was released on 13 September 2024.
Was a new host lineup announced?
Yes. In February 2026, James Engelsman, Thomas Holland, and Francis Bourgeois were confirmed as hosts for a planned seventh series.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Grand_Tour
    Supports: Premiere date, creators, Amazon Prime Video connection, original run, and 2024 final episode with the original trio.
  2. Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/tv/the_grand_tour
    Supports: Series synopsis, Prime Video network, genre, original language, and release date.
  3. Prime Video — https://www.primevideo.com/detail/The-Grand-Tour/0J82A1O4IWN8EXPFXBNT8W3E7T
    Supports: Specials format and episode description.
  4. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt5712554/
    Supports: Series dates, runtime, and general synopsis.