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Hot Roads - The World's Most Dangerous Roads

Series Overview

A risky expedition along thoroughfares that harbor mortal danger for those who use them or live on them. They run through deserts, ice, and snow, deep in the jungle, along water, and over mountains: the world's most dangerous roads, truly "hot roads." Many have died along these roads.

Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

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Returning SeriesIn ProductionDocumentary
Original Network
ARTE
ARTE
Episodes & Seasons

4 Seasons • 22 Episodes

Air Date Window

2011 – Present

Premiered: Fri, Apr 15, 2011

Created By
Mirjana Momirovic

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Wed, Mar 11, 2026

Season 4, Episode 6: “Through Patagonia on Chile’s Carretera Austral”

The Carretera Austral is a wild road that runs through southern Chile, a region of gauchos and volcanoes. Stretching over 1,200 kilometres, it winds through fjord landscapes, rainforests and mountain ranges. It is a journey into the unknown, almost to the end of the world. Those who embark on this journey are rewarded by nature with stunning scenery.

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Mirjana Momirovic

Original Score & Music

Alexander Precht

Film Editing

Christian Schidlowski

Producers

Julia Göring, Patrick Hörl, Andreas Martin, Kristian Kähler

Department Leadership Roster

Alexander Precht

Original Music Composer

Christian Schidlowski

Editor

Julia Göring

Producer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

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Primary: TV-PG

TV-PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)TV-PG

Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Hot Roads - The World's Most Dangerous Roads

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What is Hot Roads - The World's Most Dangerous Roads about?

A risky expedition along thoroughfares that harbor mortal danger for those who use them or live on them. They run through deserts, ice, and snow, deep in the jungle, along water, and over mountains: the world's most dangerous roads, truly "hot roads." Many have died along these roads.

How many seasons does Hot Roads - The World's Most Dangerous Roads have?

Hot Roads - The World's Most Dangerous Roads comprises 4 seasons available to explore.

Who stars in Hot Roads - The World's Most Dangerous Roads?

Key cast members in Hot Roads - The World's Most Dangerous Roads include Matthias Scherwenikas.

Who created or directed Hot Roads - The World's Most Dangerous Roads?

Hot Roads - The World's Most Dangerous Roads was developed and directed by Mirjana Momirovic.