David Hasselhoff + NZ wilderness + desperate government funding = chaos.
Season 1 • Episode 4
LatestRhys and David conclude their New Zealand journey on the North Island, experiencing its natural wonders like geysers and kiwis, while also trying the quirky sport of gumboot throwing.
What do an internationally renowned Hollywood superstar and a little ol’ country at the bottom of the world have in common? Absolutely nothing. So thank goodness comedian Rhys Darby is here to show international icon David Hasselhoff around his stomping ground of Aotearoa, New Zealand. Join this diametrically opposed duo as they take on the challenge of navigating the breathtaking beauty that is New Zealand – top to tail. All for the arduous task of creating a travel show good enough to impress the New Zealand government.
Acting
Darby's desperate cheer vs. Hoff's committed absurdity.
Production
Glorious landscapes undercut by bureaucratic desperation.
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Darby and Hasselhoff first bonded during a 2019 comedy festival appearance where Hoff declared himself 'honorary Kiwi.' The government clearly took him seriously.
The show's working title was literally 'Hasselhoff Goes to New Zealand' until someone with dignity intervened. Barely.
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