He is one of Scotland's most recognisable actors.
And now Martin Compston is set to embark on an unforgettable trip around his beloved homeland for a new series co-commissioned by BBC Scotland and BBC Factual.
Produced by Tern Televison, Martin will link up with friend and TV presenter Phil MacHugh as he returns to Scotland from second home in Las Vegas to find out what makes this bonnie wee land such an amazing place to live.
Together they will set off on an immersive and personal journey to showcase what makes modern Scots tick and uncover the people and places shaping the future of our great nation.
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In Martin Compston’s 'Scottish Fling', the two friends will travel across the country to see all it has to offer, from stunning wild landscapes to thriving cities.
Across six episodes, they’ll go off the beaten track to get stuck into the most exciting experiences Scotland has to offer and meet a diverse and surprising mix of locals - plus the odd famous accquaintance.
Martin Compston says: "I've travelled all over the country for work and leisure - but this is the first time I'll be meeting real modern Scots on camera, sharing their thoughts and passions. We're excited to get stuck in, and to experience the best that Scotland has to offer in the 21st century."
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Louise Thornton, Head of Commissioning, BBC Scotland says: “We are thrilled to be working with Martin Compston on this new series and to let viewers see another side to one of the country’s top acting talents as he and his friend Phil take a deep dive into contemporary Scotland.
"It is a really exciting project, developed by Tern TV and BBC Scotland, working in partnership with BBC Two as part of our ongoing commitment to more nations and network co-production.”
Phil MacHugh says; "Scotland has so much to offer the world and as a modern Scot, I am so excited to be joining my mate Martin to showcase the best of our culture, our language and our spirit in this brand new series. It's going to be lots of fun and full of surprises!"
The new BBC Two series will be coming soon to the channel, and BBC iPlayer as well, commissioned by BBC Scotland and BBC Factual.
