James May’s ‘Our Man In…’ Cancelled After Three Seasons by Prime Video

James May’s Travel Series ‘Our Man In…’ Gets the Axe

The word is out: James May won’t be packing his bags for another season of ‘Our Man In…’. The Prime Video show, known for bringing May’s dry humor to different corners of the globe, is officially cancelled after three well-traveled seasons. It’s a bit of a gut punch for fans who have come to expect a fresh take on travel documentaries—May’s quirky adventures in Japan, Italy, and, most recently, India offered a rare mix of sightseeing, personal misadventure, and cultural insight.

May let the news slip in an interview with Yahoo UK, confirming speculation that the series was quietly dropped by the streaming giant. There’s no dramatic fallout, just the cold fact that Prime Video isn’t interested in another run. May’s words say it all: "Our Man In... is actually finished, they don't want any more of that." Speaking candidly, he also mentioned the demanding filming schedule played a role, hinting at the toll months on the road can take even when you’re living the dream of international escapades.

What’s Next for James May?

He’s not vanishing from screens just yet. Instead, May’s got a new project on Quest called ‘James May and The Dull Men.’ This isn’t another globe-trotting series. Think smaller scale, a bit more down-to-earth. He’ll be meeting people obsessed with crafts, the odd bits of history, and quiet pastimes. The switch makes sense for someone ready to trade endless plane rides for a gentler pace, even if viewers might miss the chaos of him lost in a Tokyo alley or causing traffic in Rome.

If this feels like déjà vu, that’s because it’s the second huge shift for May fans in months. His other headline show, ‘The Grand Tour’—the successor to ‘Top Gear’ alongside Jeremy Clarkson and Richard Hammond—has also wrapped up its years-long journey. Between those two departures, it's a shake-up for viewers who’ve followed May’s blend of sarcasm and curiosity from racetracks to ramen shops.

The end of ‘Our Man In…’ didn’t sit quietly. More than a few loyalists have launched petitions on platforms like Change.org hoping to pressure Prime Video into bringing the show back. There’s nostalgia, but also real praise for how May managed to sidestep tired travel show clichés, making each season feel more like hanging out with a mate than watching a glossy tourism ad. Despite the outpouring, there’s still radio silence from Prime Video—no word of even a single episode comeback.

Streaming is ruthless. Even praised shows get cut when corporate priorities shift or viewership data isn’t quite right. But in the world of TV, fans have pulled off bigger surprises. For now, though, ‘Our Man In…’ stands as a three-part look at James May’s globe-hopping curiosity, with reruns suddenly feeling a bit more valuable.