TV series
Hilarious, totally-irreverent, near-slanderous political quiz show, based mainly on news stories from the last week or so, that leaves no party, personality or action unscathed in pursuit of laughs.
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Have I Got News for You premiered September 28, 1990. We don't have a confirmed streaming, rental or purchase option yet.
Hilarious, totally-irreverent, near-slanderous political quiz show, based mainly on news stories from the last week or so, that leaves no party, personality or action unscathed in pursuit of laughs.
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Episode 1
Richard Ayoade hosts with panellists rail union leader Mick Lynch and comedian Roisin Conaty joining team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop as they delve into the news.
Guest stars Richard Ayoade, Roisin Conaty, Mick Lynch
Episode 2
Guest host Alexander Armstrong and panellists comedian Ria Lina and journalist Matt Chorley join team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop as they delve into the news.
Guest stars Alexander Armstrong, Ria Lina, Matt Chorley
Episode 3
Guest host Victoria Coren Mitchell and panellists comedian Ivo Graham and Dr Rupa Huq MP join team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop as they delve into the news.
Guest stars Victoria Coren Mitchell, Ivo Graham, Rupa Huq
Episode 4
Guest host Adil Ray and panellists Richard Osman and Jess Phillips MP join team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop as they delve into the news.
Guest stars Adil Ray, Richard Osman, Jess Phillips
Episode 5
Clive Myrie is guest host with panellists journalist Katy Balls and comedian Jo Brand joining team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop as they delve into the news.
Guest stars Jo Brand, Clive Myrie, Katy Balls
Episode 6
Guest host Steph McGovern and panellists comedian Jamie MacDonald and mathematician Professor Hannah Fry join team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop as they delve into the news.
Guest stars Hannah Fry, Steph McGovern, Jamie MacDonald
Episode 7
Guest host Gary Neville and panellists comedian Maisie Adam and TV presenter Richard Madeley join team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop as they delve into the news.
Guest stars Gary Neville, Richard Madeley, Maisie Adam
Episode information updated Sep 19, 2026
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Angus DeaytonSelf - Host
Ian HislopSelf - Team Captain
Paul MertonSelf - Team Captain
Ken LivingstoneSelf
David TennantSelf - Host
Richard AyoadeSelf - Host
Alexander ArmstrongSelf
Ross NobleSelf - Guest Captain
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