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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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
Alexander Armstrong is presenter, with guest panellists broadcaster Steph McGovern and comedian Phil Wang joining team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop as they delve into the news.
Guest stars Alexander Armstrong, Phil Wang, Steph McGovern
Episode 2
Martin Clunes is presenter, with guest panellists joining team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop as they delve into the news.
Guest stars Martin Clunes, Helen Lewis, Ian Smith
Episode 3
Katherine Parkinson is presenter, with guest panellists comedian Julian Clary and journalist Jemima Kelly joining team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop as they delve into the news.
Guest stars Julian Clary, Katherine Parkinson, Jemima Kelly
Episode 4
Angela Rippon is presenter, with guest panellists comedienne Jo Brand and writer and broadcaster Richard Osman joining team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop as they delve into the news.
Guest stars Jo Brand, Richard Osman, Angela Rippon
Episode 5
Sue Perkins is presenter, with guest panellists comedienne Michelle Wolf and journalist Tom Peck joining team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop as they delve into the news.
Guest stars Sue Perkins, Tom Peck, Michelle Wolf
Episode 6
David Tennant is presenter, with guest panellists actor and comedian Miles Jupp and journalist Beth Rigby joining team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop as they delve into the news.
Guest stars David Tennant, Miles Jupp, Beth Rigby
Episode 7
Stephen Mangan is presenter, with guest panellists writer and comedian Andy Hamilton and comedian Chloe Petts joining team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop as they delve into the news.
Guest stars Andy Hamilton, Stephen Mangan, Chloe Petts
Episode 8
Victoria Coren Mitchell is presenter, with guest panellists actor and comedian Chris McCausland and broadcaster and journalist Janet Street-Porter joining team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop as they delve into the news.
Guest stars Janet Street-Porter, Chris McCausland, Victoria Coren Mitchell
Episode 9
Roy Wood Jr is presenter, with guest panellists comedian and actor Guz Khan and broadcaster Kirsty Wark joining team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop as they delve into the news.
Guest stars Kirsty Wark, Roy Wood Jr., Guz Khan
Episode 10
Richard Ayoade is presenter, with guest panellists comedian Jack Dee and broadcaster Kelly Cates joining team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop as they delve into the news.
Guest stars Richard Ayoade, Jack Dee, Kelly Cates
Episode information updated Jul 24, 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 - Host
Ross NobleSelf
BBC OneUnited Kingdom
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Hat Trick ProductionsUnited Kingdom
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