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201986 minGdocumentary

7.0/ 10(4 ratings)• TMDB

The Yukon Assignment

201986 minGdocumentary

7.0/ 10(4 ratings)• TMDB

A British father and son navigate a 500-mile canoe trip through the Canadian wilderness, highlighting their bond and the significance of quality time together.

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A British father and son navigate a 500-mile canoe trip through the Canadian wilderness, highlighting their bond and the significance of quality time together.

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Chris Lucasdirector

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Niall Lucascast

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A British father and son undertake a five hundred mile canoe journey through the Canadian wilderness. An honest story of real adventure and the importance of making time for each other.

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