---
title: "Catchphrase"
year: 1986
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/catchphrase-1986"
media_type: "tv"
tmdb_id: 803
imdb_id: null
status: "Ended"
seasons_count: 17
episodes_count: 334
runtime_minutes: 30
community_rating: 6.8
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "NR"
---

# Catchphrase (1986) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/catchphrase-1986

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Catchphrase is a television series first released in 1986. Catalogued under Family, Reality. Produced and broadcast by ITV1. Current status: Ended. Spans 17 seasons and 334 tracked episodes.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Contestants decipher animated clues to guess well-known phrases."

### Why Watch
- Entertaining word‑puzzle challenges
- Charismatic hosts across decades
- Iconic robot mascot adds charm

### Caveats & Content Note
- Only two contestants compete per episode
- Tone & Suitability: The show is family‑friendly, featuring light humor and simple puzzle content suitable for all ages.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: lighthearted, puzzle, family-friendly, game-show

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/catchphrase-1986#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Created by**: Steve Radosh
- **Networks / Studios**: ITV1

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Roy Walker** as *Himself - Presenter*
- **Nick Weir** as *Himself - Presenter*
- **Mark Curry** as *Himself - Presenter*
- **Peter Dickson**

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the basic format of Catchphrase?
Two contestants, one male and one female, try to identify a familiar phrase shown through an animation with background music.

### Q: Who presented the show during its original run?
Northern Irish comedian Roy Walker hosted from 1986 to 1999, followed by Nick Weir (2000–2002) and Mark Curry in 2002.

### Q: When did Catchphrase first air and when did it end?
It premiered on ITV on 12 January 1986 and concluded on 19 December 2002.

### Q: What is Mr. Chips?
Mr. Chips is a golden robot mascot that appears in many of the show’s animated clues.

### Q: On which network was Catchphrase broadcast?
The series was aired on the United Kingdom’s ITV network.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Catchphrase — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/tv/803)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*