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World of Discovery

  • TV Series
  • 1990–
  • 1h
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World of Discovery (1990)
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    • James Brolin
    • Richard Crenna
    • Richard Kiley
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    • Stars
      • James Brolin
      • Richard Crenna
      • Richard Kiley
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    • Won 1 Primetime Emmy
      • 3 wins & 1 nomination total

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    E.G. Marshall
    E.G. Marshall
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    John Rhys-Davies
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    Graham Greene
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    Alexander Frater
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    • Release date
      • January 8, 1990 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • ABC's World of Discovery
    • Production companies
      • ABC/Kane Productions
      • American Broadcasting Company (ABC)
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      1 hour
    • Color
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