Paul Williams' awkward chemistry with Jeremy Wells rivals the UK original, making this the definitive spin-off for comedy purists.
Series Analysis:
Taskmaster NZ proves that Kiwi deadpan is the ultimate weapon against absurdity. Under the imperious gaze of Jeremy Wells and the nervous supervision of assistant Paul Williams, the series has elevated humiliating comedians to a high art form. The recent finale left us desperate for more chaos, yet we remain stuck in the agonizing limbo of renewal news. It is a waiting game more stressful than trying to hide a cocktail in a phone booth. Will the Taskmaster return to his throne to dispense more arbitrary justice? To avoid being disqualified from the fandom for missing the vital update, setting a reminder for the next season is the only way to ensure your time starts properly.
Tone: Chaotic, Deadpan, Absurdist
Last Updated: September 2025