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.

First aired: September 28, 1990
Last aired: June 5, 2026
Seasons: 71 seasons · 646 episodes
Status: Returning Series
Original language: English
Networks: BBC One, BBC Two

Top Billed Cast

Paul Merton

Self - Team Captain

Ian Hislop

Self - Team Captain

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