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QI 2003

“Quite Interesting”

★ 7.9/10 · 282 votes ComedyTalk 23 seasons · 369 eps Returning Series
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What is QI?

QI is a British comedy panel game television show that premiered in 2003. Created by John Lloyd, the program is characterized as a quiz show focused on quirky facts and trivia.

Type
TV series
Year
2003
Status
Returning Series
Episodes
369
First aired
Sep 11, 2003
Last aired
Feb 17, 2026
Original language
EN
Origin
GB
Networks
BBC One, BBC Four, BBC Two
Genres
Comedy, Talk
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Overview

QI is a British comedy panel game television show that premiered in 2003. Created by John Lloyd, the program is characterized as a quiz show focused on quirky facts and trivia. Unlike traditional quiz formats, the primary goal of the contestants is not necessarily to provide correct answers. Instead, participants are rewarded for offering responses that are deemed quite interesting. The show features a permanent panellist, Alan Davies, who is joined each week by four comedians to share anecdotes and discuss various topics. Stephen Fry served as the host from the show's inception until the conclusion of the thirteenth series. Following his departure, Sandi Toksvig assumed the role of presenter. The series continues to invite guests to respond to obscure questions posed by the host, prioritizing the presentation of interesting information over accuracy. The program remains a long-running fixture of television comedy, emphasizing the entertainment value of sharing knowledge and engaging in lighthearted discussion among the panel members.

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Should you watch it?

“Contestants on this comedy quiz show earn points for being interesting rather than simply being correct.”

Reasons to watch
  • quirky trivia
  • engaging panel dynamics
Keep in mind
  • format prioritizes humor over traditional quiz accuracy

Watch it if you enjoy panel games that value obscure facts and witty banter over competitive scoring.

The show is a lighthearted comedy panel game suitable for general audiences.

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Episode guide

Season 1 · 12 episodes Open the complete Season 1 guide →
Season 2 · 12 episodes
Season 3 · 12 episodes
Season 4 · 13 episodes
Season 5 · 13 episodes

Frequently asked questions

What does QI stand for?

QI stands for Quite Interesting.

Who hosts the show?

Stephen Fry hosted the series until the end of Series 13, after which Sandi Toksvig took over as presenter.

Who is the permanent panellist?

Alan Davies is the permanent panellist on the show.

When did the show first air?

The first series of QI debuted on BBC Two in September 2003.

How are points awarded?

Contestants are rewarded more if their answers are considered quite interesting rather than just factually correct.