Ross Kemp: Extreme World (2016): S05E01 – The Fight Against ISIS


Introduction

Ross James Kemp (born 21 July 1964) is an English actor, author, and television war reporter. He rose to prominence in the role of Grant Mitchell in the BBC soap opera EastEnders. Since 2004, Kemp has received international recognition as a journalist for the BAFTA Award-winning documentary series Ross Kemp on Gangs.

Outline (Series)

Ross Kemp: Extreme World is a British documentary series that has been broadcast on Sky 1 since 21 February 2011. Hosted by actor Ross Kemp, the series follows Kemp and a film crew around the world as they explore various forms of hardship, including homelessness, illicit trade, drug addiction, violence and poverty. Often, he speaks to the authorities who are attempting to combat the problems, and tries to establish contact with ringleaders to get to the source of the issue. A total of six series have been aired.

Outline (Episode)

Kemp travels across Syria and Iraq to discover the impact that ISIS has caused on the day-to-day lives of the country’s natives. He heads out onto the frontline with a group of Kurds known as the YPG and YPJ, who despite being untrained and under-funded, have gained more ground on ISIS than any other armed militia since their invasion.

Ross Kemp Documentaries

You can find a full index and overview of Ross Kemp’s documentaries here.

Production & Filming Details

  • Release Date: 14 July 2016.
  • Rating: 15.
  • Running Time: 60 minutes.
  • Country: UK.
  • Language: English.

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