Sam Ryder: Space Man In A Spitfire! | Trainspotting with Francis Bourgeois | Channel 4

Officially the best day of Sam Ryder’s life!
TikTok’s favourite trainspotter, Francis Bourgeois, is on a mission to get the world on board with the joy he finds in trains.
This time, he meets one of the music industry’s smiliest singers, Sam Ryder. Crossing the tracks, Tonbridge Yard is the setting for a chance reunion with one of Francis’s favourite locomotives, the 73962 Dick Mabbutt.
After celebrating with a trackside duet the pair then get the chance to see the rail network from a new perspective as they take to the skies for a memorable Spitfire ride, and Sam almost becomes an actual Space Man.
Join Francis Bourgeois as he goes full steam ahead sharing his love of the most misunderstood British pastime, trainspotting, alongside some of Britain’s funniest celebrities for an wild outdoor adventure of a lifetime.
Across the series, Francis has tickets for comedian Aisling Bea; rapper AJ Tracey; football star Jesse Lingard; and Love Island-er Chloe Burrows on his express train to trainspotting heaven.
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[@Flyaspitfirecom]

It was a pleasure to welcome you all to Biggin Hill to Fly a Spitfire. Glad you had a blast!

[@alliebea]

Sam is so willing to just get into it and both of their mutual enthusiasms feeding off each other is so great.

[@Matt19matt19]

Easily the best episode. Sam seems like such a nice guy so the two of them together is awesome. It would be good if Francis could get fellow train enthusiasts on as guests.

[@phillylarkin.s1930]

sam loved the dick mabutt

[@ta81uk]

2 of the nicest people having 1 great day together 🥰

[@DavidWilson-tw5re]

Tik Tok put one of Francis’s videos in front of me today randomly, and I quickly went through just about everything he’s posted. And now I’m here! What a joy to watch someone share their passion and knowledge in the manner that Francis does. Just raw and unfiltered happiness, and we need more of it. Well done!

[@Von2968]

Could not love this more! Francis and Sam were amazing together!! Both such lovely humans. ❤❤❤

[@benchristopherhird]

Doesn't even need to be funny all the time. It's just so soothing to see 2 passionate and lovely people together. Fantastic 🌟🌟

[@Maedley.Haphenheim]

yes what a great point, well made. the sentiment that sometimes, the positive release of comedy is actually enhanched by the lack of.< - brilliant . . .i love comedy , but when it is just constant it does become quite incessant. lovely stuff, keep up the good work

[@Maedley.Haphenheim]

and yes, i agree.🌟🌟 its like seeing 2 good friends chatting on the train, reminds me of doing the same:)

[@dracovolans319]

Did I just get teary eyed watching a video about planes and trains?? Yep! Joy is so rare these days. Thank you Ben, Sam, and production team for sharing some!

[@johnnyg7974]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@MasterDownUnder]

That is an awesome experience mate! I did that two years ago and still can't find the right words to describe the how it was. As an Australian, it was fitting that I went in the Australian 457 Squadron painted plane! What a wonderful and life changing experience it is 🙂

[@sarasate89]

I love Francis and he is a pleasure to watch! He has a great sense of humour as well. He deserves his own TV series on channel 4 definitely.

[@enemdisk6628]

Yesssss!!!

[@Gokenshiba]

Same !!!

[@1940sExperiment]

"Class 456...stay with me, stay with me!"🚅🚆🚋 Courtesy of Francis, Sam and Dick Mabutt! Love it!!!

[@random22026]

BRILLIANT!!

[@stuartwren5526]

Used to train spot steam at Tonbridge in the late 50s and early 60s. There was a busy goods yard there and could often hear the shunting at night. Engine shed was East of the station - probably gone now. And I've been up in one of the Spits from Biggin Hill and flown over the town when I was much older. Great memories.

[@janemorrow6672]

How marvellous 🙂

[@MattPeskett]

Great connection between those two, best episode yet. Be yourself, spend time with like minded people and enjoy the life you love.

[@kaizomb]

What a fantastic episode. 2 wonderful humans with both similar backgrounds. A total joy to watch.

[@althejazzman]

I can't imagine Sam ever not being really friendly and having a great time with anyone he meets. So wholesome.

[@milzgilz8938]

This series and Francis genuinely are so good for my depression... Thank you!!!

[@averageguy53]

Ooooommmmmmggggg….how exciting!!!…I adore the both of you!

[@SUSIEPIP]

These two just ooze happiness and goodness and make you smile. Loved this so much.

[@CrilG-Games]

channel 4 should commision a full length series of this

[@Project-Air]

My favourite so far (not surprising!) - I hope we get more!

[@georgiachadderton8896]

This is the most adorable collab ever :)

[@jambonzurirafiki]

Hello Francois, I think a Class 456 collaboration with Sam would be fantastic. I love the end when you descend at the end on your own. Like you said, with Sams higher octave he could really work that well too. It could also include some train rhythms. Im sure you know all this but it think its a great song.

[@joshuajames1720]

Francis is a lovely guy, and I feel like this is what David Bowie would have done if he hadn’t had discovered rock and roll.

[@TINYPINHEAD]

How good are these guys together more please both have a future in TV just love Francis positive out look .

[@MikeDingDong10]

Sam Ryder is a good egg

[@TomWright91]

Why am I getting emotional at the thought of tractors creating patterns in a field? Wonderful video!

[@kubbythebusman]

This has just made my entire day!!!! 2 of the nicest people just enjoying a hobby!!! This is so wholesome!

[@looneyirish007]

I was smiling whilst watching this, well done channel 4

[@duncanmacphee200]

Infectiously joyful. A rare thing these days.

[@idahellblau8513]

wholesomeness overload

[@leanneh5293]

Francis is becoming a legend!! Love that guy!! ☺️☺️

[@paddyj7690]

Francis is a top lad. He's got me excited for bloody trains! He just seems so happy and it's contageous. EDIT: Sam is a top lad too obviously!

[@subora920]

Amazing. This needs to go on main stream telly and for longer. Great video 😊

[@tharr182]

What an awesome experience. Another great episode. Both of your enthusiasm and passion is infectious!

[@twillsJKZ]

“I could taste sausage role in my mouth, and I was hoping Sam couldn’t taste chickpeas from earlier” brilliant 😂

[@beardedwheelbarrow2861]

This is my favourite episode. Francis is such a rad man.

[@danellis-jones1591]

I've binged a few of these just now, after following Francis for a few weeks. It might sound stupid, but especially this episode, feels like some sort of communal healing. That these men are showing how to love other humans again. Leaver/remain, left/right, reality tv/Netflix. We're all just humans who may have momentarily forgotten love is always stronger than hate.

[@kite7214]

Oh Francis, that was epic. I smiled so much at your (and Sam's) reactions to flying in the Spit. Great video production. K 🙂

[@sicr7373]

Absolutley brilliant!

[@niek.schippers]

Such good commentary/voice overs by Francis! Many compliments!

[@eyckk6017]

The positivity of this video made me smile for an hour or more. Thank you ❤

[@Clivestravelandtrains]

Best film I've seen on KZbin for ages, thanks.

[@digitaurus]

Another fantastic video. Thank you for posting - it looks like you both had an amazing time.

[@tjrs3121]

Best thing the channel 4 KZbin page has done, good stuff

[@dianesnowflake]

Wonderful to see

[@anthonyknox1493]

Just discovered this! Such great fun. Congratulations guys.

[@Awaitingonyouall]

It’s so cool how he’s able to be with all of these famous people

[@6deste]

Fantastic, two wonderful human beings.

[@nwtrish6698]

I loved watching this, such great fun!

[@colinhutchinson1664]

I was in the ATC back in the 70s and was lucky enough to go up in a glider and Chipmunk trainer,both of which I had very short control over. There truly is no better feeling.

[@peterhewitson2669]

Fantastic vid, so great to see both of you so happy😃👍

[@shedmouthjunction]

A train that sounds like an F1 car..... that's seriously cool ! love it!

[@ianguppy5547]

Excellent show, two down to earth people who would make anyone's day. Both have a wonderful outlook on life, so refreshing 😊

[@UK_Railways319]

That 465/9 does sound really nice. Just take him on a 323 next time 😅would sound amazing to

[@Sorted7]

Loving this random little series

[@TheWildShotsPodcast]

sam is an absolute gent!

[@kapilatoeran]

Love this!

[@MyCold1]

Loved this.

[@MattRHD]

Loved this!

[@tonywilson1929]

Three phase traction. Francis knows his shit.

[@rlmrshll5597]

A joy to watch ☺☺

[@kevinprice1272]

Nice to meet you guys when you visited the spitfire factory. It’s amazing going upside down isn’t it 😉 ✈️

[@danielwright722]

Love this

[@christarant2538]

Francis reminds me of Young Brian Cox who just always appears smiling even at rest

[@fredrikjohansson8882]

"I was happy that I was able to show Sam Dick Mabutt" 😂😂😂

[@SloaneEsq]

Utter joy.

[@igotes]

I'm so jealous of Francis's hi viz collection. I only have a Balfour Beatty Rail padded gilet.

[@tonywilson1929]

When they went to Sims he cried. Pmsl what a lad

[@sherrycates7508]

That seems very exciting and fun...be safe💜💜💜

[@iamavatee]

😂😂😂😂yooo that plane get more action than me

[@jamietrueman1600]

Honestly Francis is such a friendly person I have met him a number of times and he just will engage with everyone who sees him plus I'd love to be able to check some yards out would be incredible

[@zinastanescu]

Francis is to funny 😂😂😂😂😂

[@gdawg4412]

8:02 absolute studs

[@AZ-ng6lj]

I worked with Dick Mabbutt. He died a few years ago. RIP.

[@dissent_skate]

Awesome episode!

[@bl.jackkk3231]

by far the best one, actually seemed interested and not a fake face for a YT video

[@hannahm6497]

Sam said it was one of the best days of his life! He loved the experience.

[@NatalieYTFoster]

Amazing duo.

[@hannahm6497]

Sam said this was one of the best days of his life he loved the plane then he got a call to sing with Queen. He is fab.

[@Pebble_Collector]

Great chemistry

[@jetranger5058]

Wow your both so lucky for such a great day out

[@TrainsInTheSouthWest]

Bloody Brilliant 😂

[@Ian-hv1dc]

Brilliant

[@cafste3make]

Fantastic episode :) lol, you know its time to land when the sausage roll threatens to return!! TikTok has made a couple of legends here.

[@oldtechnobodycaresabout]

wow, wasn't expecting it to be in Tonbridge. Never got off there but have ridden through many time

[@deanothomas11]

Francis is the best guy in the world.

[@AndrewG1989]

This chap is the social media fanatic who should have more fame for his videos. Whether you like him or not he will be always a internet celebrity.

[@dan11596]

Fantastic, if only this horrible world was a bit more Francis.

[@BenDover-ln6ns]

Two Monikers together.

[@samiraedwards9357]

Awesome 👏. Sam is wonderful what a good sport. and Francis your a star 💫

[@rockingryries3734]

This man has the best emotion on the internet

[@sidaly1986]

Hard not to like these guys

[@rushylvania.northern]

Francis and sam make a good audio duo

[@SometimesCinematic]

Minion train lol

[@royhumphrey49]

Dick Mabutt! LMFAO!

[@adamcurran1657]

We need a Michael Portillo x Francis Bourgeois crossover

[@kylestrainspotting1997]

No we do not

[@WestlandCargo8490]

You should come to Devon Francis, exeter, exmouth, honiton, are stations

[@richardashworth400]

Go on Sam, sing us a medley of your hit

[@briezzy365]

This is too environmentally impactful for me to enjoy.

[@liamknowles2]

Maybe release the class 456 song as a charity song