Big Fat Quiz
-
-
Status:
Continuing -
Season 2026:
Currently Running -
Watched: 0%
0 of 44 Episodes
I'm caught up!
Next Episode:
S2026 E2 airs on Sat December 26th, 2026Season: 2026
| # | Air Date | Episode Name | Watched? |
|---|---|---|---|
| E1 | Jan 09, 2026 | ||
| E2 | Dec 26, 2026 |
Scheduling Insights - Seasonal Series
Release Window:
Late DecemberBig Fat Quiz has maintained a steady Annual rhythm for 20 years, typically returning in December. Since its inception in 2004, the franchise has evolved into a cornerstone of Channel 4’s festive schedule, serving as an essential comedic retrospective of the preceding twelve months. The series has expanded beyond its flagship Big Fat Quiz of the Year to include The Big Fat Quiz of Everything and various decade-specific specials, showcasing remarkable longevity in the panel show genre. Its consistent performance has solidified its status as a broadcast anchor, reliably capturing significant viewership during the high-stakes holiday period.
Confidence: 98%
Last Refined: March 2026
-
Why Watch:
"Jimmy Carr presides over a riotous, irreverent panel show where comedic chemistry and banter outweigh actual general knowledge."Series Analysis:
Host Jimmy Carr acts as the acerbic ringmaster for Big Fat Quiz, herding a panel of A-list comedians through the annals of pop culture and history. While ostensibly a test of memory, the show thrives on high-stakes improvisation and the constant suspense of seeing just how far the panelists will deviate from the actual answers. It is less about the points and more about the anarchic chemistry between guests like Richard Ayoade and Noel Fielding. The energy is frantic, transforming a standard pub quiz format into a battlefield of wit. To ensure you don't miss the next round of questions in this chaotic exam, setting a reminder for the next special is the only correct answer.Tone: Irreverent, Chaotic, Sharp Last Updated: March 2026
-
Network:
Channel 4 -
Seasons:
22 -
Years:
2004 - 2026 -
Genre:
Game Show, Comedy