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James May's Things You Need to Know: all seasons, episodes and where it airs in the UK
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James May's Things You Need to Know is a UK documentary series on BBC Two, which ran from 2011 to 2012, with 2 seasons and 9 episodes.
James May's Things You Need to Know has ended; its final episode aired on Monday, September 17, 2012.
James May's Things You Need to Know seasons (2 seasons, 9 episodes)
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 3 | June 20, 2011 | July 4, 2011 |
| Season 2 | 6 | August 13, 2012 | September 17, 2012 |
Original UK air dates on BBC Two.
Common questions
How many seasons of James May's Things You Need to Know are there?
James May's Things You Need to Know has 2 seasons and 9 episodes, first airing on Monday, June 20, 2011.
Has James May's Things You Need to Know ended?
James May's Things You Need to Know has ended; its final episode aired on Monday, September 17, 2012.
What channel is James May's Things You Need to Know on in the UK?
James May's Things You Need to Know aired on BBC Two. Past episodes are often available on the broadcaster's own catch-up app.
Who stars in James May's Things You Need to Know?
The main cast includes James May.
Source: TVmaze (CC BY-SA), retrieved October 11, 2026.