Micky Flanagan's Detour de France(2014)

Micky Flanagan's Detour de France is a documentary series following the comedian as he cycles across France with his longtime friend Noel Lynch. Rather than racing the Tour de France, Flanagan takes a leisurely detour through the country's most iconic regions—Champagne vineyards, Belgian beer stops, and nudist camps included. The series captures Flanagan's irreverent take on French culture and cycling culture, blending his observational humor with genuine travel adventure. Lynch, a bricklayer and cycling enthusiast who's been Flanagan's best mate for 15 years, provides the perfect foil for Flanagan's comedic commentary. Together they discover France beyond the race, sampling local food and wine while navigating the quirks of European travel. It's part travelogue, part comedy special, and entirely Flanagan's style.