Dhani Tackles the Globe: Story, Cast and Series Facts

Story and premise

Dhani Jones will need more than shoulder pads where he's going. This NFL linebacker and Renaissance man is about to embark on a global sports odyssey that will take him anywhere with a scoreboard. By trying his hand at beloved national pastimes from around the globe, Dhani explores the way sports help to define culture. As a top athlete, Dhani will be able to demonstrate the thrills and challenges of each game by playing it himself. Off the field, Dhani immerses himself fully in each city, getting the locals' take on the best places to eat, drink, shop and sleep. Throughout his travels, Dhani finds the love of sports to be universal, providing common ground wherever he lands.

Series details

• Title: Dhani Tackles the Globe
• Format: Documentary
• Language: English
• Genres: Travel, Sports
• Premiere date: 2009-03-16
• Final broadcast date listed: 2010-06-21
• Status in TVmaze: Ended
• Network listed by TVmaze: Travel Channel
• Network country: United States
• Typical episode runtime: 60 minutes
• TVMaze ID: 32539
• IMDb ID: tt1428477
• TVDB ID: 141111

Seasons in the TVmaze catalogue

• Season 1: premiered 2009-03-16; final listed air date 2009-05-18.
• Season 2: premiered 2010-04-19; final listed air date 2010-06-21.

Source and licence

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