Episode 1
Episode 1
43m6.0 / 10
Angela Rippon joins Alexander from behind the famous desk, with facts and figures for all.
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Guest stars Angela Rippon
TV series
Pointless
2009NR36 seasons6.5 / 10
Quiz in which contestants try to score as few points as possible by plumbing the depths of their general knowledge to come up with the answers no-one else can think of.
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Where to watch in United States
Checked Sep 1, 2026
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Synopsis
Quiz in which contestants try to score as few points as possible by plumbing the depths of their general knowledge to come up with the answers no-one else can think of.
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Episode 2
Episode 2
43m6.0 / 10
Art and Formula One are on the board as Alexander is joined by co-host Angela Rippon
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Guest stars Angela Rippon
Episode 3
Episode 3
43m6.0 / 10
Alexander and Angela Rippon question players about US states and female crimefighters.
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Guest stars Angela Rippon
Episode 4
Episode 4
43m6.0 / 10
Eight players join Alexander Armstrong to find the obscure and score a Pointless answer.
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Guest stars Angela Rippon
Episode 5
Episode 5
43m6.0 / 10
Books, rivers and plants appear in today's show with Alexander and Angela Rippon.
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Guest stars Angela Rippon
Episode 6
Episode 6
43m6.0 / 10
To celebrate co-host Angela Rippon, there are questions on ballet and Morecambe and Wise.
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Guest stars Angela Rippon
Episode 7
Episode 7
43m6.0 / 10
Alexander Armstrong and Angela Rippon ask questions on the National Trust and cities.
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Guest stars Angela Rippon
Episode 8
Episode 8
43m6.0 / 10
Alexander Armstrong and Angela Rippon question players about books and pop music.
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Guest stars Angela Rippon
Episode 9
Episode 9
43m6.0 / 10
This show has everything from female icons to minecraft on the board.
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Guest stars Angela Rippon
Episode 10
Episode 10
43m6.0 / 10
Angela Rippon brings her knowledge of Eurovision to this show with Alexander Armstrong.
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Guest stars Angela Rippon
Episode 11
Episode 11
43m6.0 / 10
It's Angela Rippon's last day, and she's got facts about TV love triangles and ballerinas.
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Guest stars Angela Rippon
Episode 12
Episode 12
43m5.0 / 10
Xander is joined by BBC Radio legend Trevor Nelson as he takes up residency at the desk.
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Guest stars Trevor Nelson
Episode 13
Episode 13
43m5.0 / 10
Alexander Armstrong and Trevor Nelson question players about countries.
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Guest stars Trevor Nelson
Episode 14
Episode 14
43m5.0 / 10
Alexander Armstrong and Trevor Nelson question players about accidentally vegan biscuits.
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Guest stars Trevor Nelson
Episode 15
Episode 15
43m5.0 / 10
Trevor Nelson mixes Stevie Wonder facts and portmanteau words for today's show.
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Guest stars Trevor Nelson
Episode 16
Episode 16
43m5.0 / 10
Would your sculpture knowledge help you in today's bonus round?
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Guest stars Trevor Nelson
Episode 17
Episode 17
43m5.0 / 10
We celebrate 'Winners of 2024' as four pairs quiz it out to take home a Pointless trophy.
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Guest stars Trevor Nelson
Episode 18
Episode 18
43m5.0 / 10
Trevor Nelson serves up facts about monogamous animals in a round about true love.
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Guest stars Trevor Nelson
Episode 19
Episode 19
43m5.0 / 10
A Black Sabbath bonus round brings rock to Pointless.
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Guest stars Trevor Nelson
Episode 20
Episode 20
43m5.0 / 10
It's time to flex our language muscles. Can our players score nul points?
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Guest stars Trevor Nelson
Episode 21
Episode 21
43m5.0 / 10
Four pairs join Trevor Nelson and Alexander Armstrong in a bid to win today's jackpot.
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Guest stars Trevor Nelson
Episode 22
Episode 22
43m5.0 / 10
Trevor Nelson's set comes to a close with crime fiction, racing drivers and bells.
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Guest stars Trevor Nelson
Episode 23
Episode 23
43m5.0 / 10
Co-host Judi Love assists Alexander and eight more contestants with facts galore.
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Guest stars Judi Love
Episode 24
Episode 24
43m2.0 / 10
LGBTQ+ films and Wordsworth are on today's bill.
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Guest stars Judi Love
Episode 25
Episode 25
43m5.0 / 10
Two more players quiz their way to the final. Could all three answers be pointless?
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Guest stars Judi Love
Episode 26
Episode 26
43m5.0 / 10
Alexander and Judi Love are back - would you survive a round about sitcom surnames?
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Guest stars Judi Love
Episode 27
Episode 27
43m5.0 / 10
We take to the hills in today's show as eight play to be a Pointless winner.
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Guest stars Judi Love
Episode 28
Episode 28
43m5.0 / 10
Judi Love and Alexander are calling all dance music fans – this episode is for you.
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Guest stars Judi Love
Episode 29
Episode 29
43m5.0 / 10
Pointless favourite alert! US states are on the board – time for us all to show off.
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Guest stars Judi Love
Episode 30
Episode 30
43m5.0 / 10
Films and football have today's players plumbing the depths for the most obscure answers.
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Guest stars Judi Love
Episode 31
Episode 31
43m5.0 / 10
Wedding flowers have our players wilting behind their podiums on today's show.
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Guest stars Judi Love
Episode 32
Episode 32
43m5.0 / 10
Players flex their gladiators knowledge as Judi Love joins Alexander with tonnes of facts.
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Guest stars Judi Love
Episode 33
Episode 33
43m5.0 / 10
As Judi Love finishes her stint behind the desk, there's music and tennis to play with.
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Guest stars Judi Love
Episode 34
Episode 34
43m6.0 / 10
Alexander is joined by Morning Live's Gethin Jones as his new co-host with all the facts.
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Guest stars Gethin Jones
Episode 35
Episode 35
43m6.0 / 10
This one's for all the young musicians out there... plus some heat from famous dragons.
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Guest stars Gethin Jones
Episode 36
Episode 36
43m6.0 / 10
Which of today's pairs will make it to the final? And will they take home the jackpot?
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Guest stars Gethin Jones
Episode 37
Episode 37
43m6.0 / 10
Gaming and kids' TV feature for today's players as Alexander and Gethin Jones join forces.
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Guest stars Gethin Jones
Episode 38
Episode 38
43m6.0 / 10
Gethin Jones joins Alexander Armstrong and eight contestants vying for a Pointless trophy.
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Guest stars Gethin Jones
Episode 39
Episode 39
43m6.0 / 10
Would you know enough about celeb travel shows and science to get to today's final?
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Guest stars Gethin Jones
Episode 40
Episode 40
43m6.0 / 10
Who will be knocked out of the game by today's boxing round, and who will be champion?
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Guest stars Gethin Jones
Episode 41
Episode 41
43m6.0 / 10
Translated film titles give blockbusters a brand new spin in today's show with Alexander.
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Guest stars Gethin Jones
Episode 42
Episode 42
43m6.0 / 10
Alexander puts four pairs through their paces on a quest for the obscure.
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Guest stars Gethin Jones
Episode 43
Episode 43
43m6.0 / 10
Alexander Armstrong is joined by Gethin Jones for a Welsh beaches jackpot booster.
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Guest stars Gethin Jones
Episode 44
Episode 44
43m6.0 / 10
Gethin Jones waves goodbye with UK geography, gods and goddesses, and festivals.
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Guest stars Gethin Jones
Episode 45
Episode 45
43m6.0 / 10
Tom Allen brings his sophisticated style and quick wit as Alexander's new sidekick
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Guest stars Tom Allen
Episode 46
Episode 46
43m6.0 / 10finale
Alexander and Tom Allen have four pairs playing for the much sought after Pointless trophy
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Guest stars Tom Allen
Episode information updated Sep 16, 2026
More about Pointless
Cast
Alexander ArmstrongSelf - Presenter
Richard OsmanSelf - Assistant
Lauren LaverneSelf - Assistant
Sally LindsaySelf - Assistant
Konnie HuqSelf - Assistant
Alex BrookerSelf - Assistant
Rose MatafeoSelf - AssistantGyles BrandrethSelf - Assistant
Production details
- Status
- Returning Series
- Series type
- Reality
- Episodes
- 1,892
- Original language
- English
Networks & production
BBC OneUnited Kingdom
BBC TwoUnited Kingdom
Remarkable EntertainmentUnited Kingdom
Themes
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