The Impossible Journey
The first person to visit every country in the world without flying
2026 · 1h 43m
Documentary
Directed by
Mike Douglas
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The Impossible Journey
Overview
In 2013 Danish adventurer, Thor Pedersen, left his loved ones behind and set off in an attempt to become the first person to visit every country in the world without flying. He wanted adventure, a title, and to show that the world is a much better place than is portrayed in the news. He got an experience that tested every layer of him as a human being.
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