Prime Video has announced the lineup for the revamped “The Grand Tour,” set to return later this year with a fresh new cast. Francis Bourgeois, Thomas Holland, and James Engelsman have been chosen to take over the reins from the original trio of Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond, and James May.
The upcoming six-episode series will feature Bourgeois, a former trainspotter turned petrolhead, teaming up with the popular YouTube automotive duo from Throttle House for a thrilling motoring adventure around the globe. Viewers can expect to see the trio take on challenges in diverse locations, such as navigating the Angolan desert in track vehicles, exploring Malaysia’s automotive scene, and testing American performance cars in California.
Produced by Studio Lambert, the series aims to maintain the essence of the franchise while introducing a new chapter with a younger and dynamic talent lineup. Bourgeois expressed his excitement about the opportunity, likening the challenge to running in oversized shoes but promising an interesting watch for the audience.
Holland, known for his humor, jokingly remarked about taking on the roles of the original hosts, while Engelsman highlighted the chemistry between him and Holland, now enhanced by the addition of Bourgeois. The trio is gearing up for a series of thrilling car adventures that are sure to captivate viewers.
Tara Erer, head of U.K. and Northern Europe originals at Prime Video, emphasized the significance of finding the right successors for the highly popular series. She praised the new hosts for their distinctive talents and energy, which are expected to bring a fresh perspective to the show while staying true to its adventurous spirit.
Executive producer Andy Wilman expressed his confidence in the new hosts, noting their passion, knowledge, and unique chemistry that sets them apart from the original trio. The transition to the new lineup is seen as a positive step forward for the series, with a promise of exciting new adventures and camaraderie.
Tim Harcourt, chief creative officer at Studio Lambert, commended the new hosts for embodying the humor and love for cars that are at the core of “The Grand Tour.” The upcoming series will take viewers on a journey across the world, from Angola and Malaysia to California and beyond.
Holland and Engelsman, known for their popular YouTube channel Throttle House, bring a wealth of experience in high-performance vehicles and automotive journalism to the show. Bourgeois, with a significant social media following and a background in mechanical engineering, adds a unique perspective to the trio.
With an executive production team led by Phil Churchward, Tim Harcourt, and Stephen Lambert, along with production executives Hilary Berkshire and Diana Focke, the new series is set to launch globally on Prime Video in over 240 countries and territories later this year. Fans can look forward to an exciting new chapter in the “The Grand Tour” franchise, led by a talented and dynamic trio of hosts.
