QI (2003)
Britain's most gloriously obscure panel show, where being wrong is fine — as long as you're quite interesting about it.
QI - Series Information
- Original Title: QI
- First Air Year: 2003
- Last Air Year: 2026
- Created by: John Lloyd
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Comedy, Talk
- Number of Seasons: 23
- Number of Episodes: 369
- Status: Returning Series
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- First Air Date: September 11, 2003 (United Kingdom - 15)
- Networks: BBC One, BBC Four, BBC Two
- Production Companies: Talkback Thames, FremantleMedia
- Production Countries: United Kingdom
- Alternative Titles: QI X (US), QI XL (UK), Доволі цікаво (UA)
QI - Plot
Comedy quiz show full of quirky facts, in which contestants are rewarded more if their answers are 'quite interesting'.
QI - Trailer
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Quite Interesting
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QI - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- John Lloyd
Main Cast
- Alan Davies
- Stephen Fry
- Sandi Toksvig
- Bill Bailey
- Phill Jupitus
- Jimmy Carr
- Jo Brand
- David Mitchell
- Sean Lock
- Rich Hall
Writers
- John Lloyd
Executive Producers
- John Lloyd
QI - FAQs
Where can you stream QI online?
QI is available to stream on BritBox (via direct subscription, Apple TV Channel, or Amazon Channel) and on Tubi TV with ads. BritBox is the primary home for the series in the US, offering a wide back catalogue of episodes across multiple series.
Who replaced Stephen Fry as QI host?
Sandi Toksvig took over as host of QI from Stephen Fry in 2016, presenting the show from Series M onwards. Fry had hosted the show from its debut in 2003 through Series L, becoming closely identified with the programme's distinctive intellectual wit.
How many seasons and episodes does QI have?
QI has 23 seasons and 369 episodes in total, with each series named after a successive letter of the alphabet — from Series A through to Series W. The show also includes a Specials season comprising 62 additional episodes.
Is QI still being made in 2024?
Yes, QI is still in production and returning for new series. The show currently holds a Returning Series status, with Series W among its most recent seasons. It continues to air on BBC Two and BBC Four, remaining one of Britain's longest-running panel shows.
Who created QI and who writes it?
QI was created by John Lloyd, the acclaimed British producer behind shows such as Blackadder and Not the Nine O'Clock News. Lloyd also serves as the show's writer and executive producer, overseeing its distinctive blend of comedy, trivia, and intellectual curiosity.
Who are the main panellists on QI?
Alan Davies is the show's permanent panellist, appearing in every series. Regular guests include Stephen Fry, Sandi Toksvig, Bill Bailey, Phill Jupitus, Jimmy Carr, Jo Brand, David Mitchell, Sean Lock, and Rich Hall, among many other British comedians.
What is QI about and how does it work?
QI is a BBC comedy panel show in which celebrity comedians answer questions on obscure and fascinating topics. Points are awarded not just for correct answers but for responses deemed 'quite interesting.' Obvious wrong answers trigger a klaxon and deduct points, rewarding genuine curiosity over guesswork.
When did QI first air on television?
QI first aired on September 11, 2003, in the United Kingdom. The show debuted on BBC One before moving to BBC Two and BBC Four, where it has remained a fixture of British television for over two decades, entertaining audiences with wit and wonderfully obscure facts.
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