Um, Actually...: Season 9
Season nine of the reality series Um, Actually brings a new host to the game show format while maintaining the same rules. The show revolves around nerds engaging in fandom minutiae one-upmanship, where participants do what nerds do best by flaunting encyclopedic nerd knowledge at Millennium Falcon nerd-speed. As a game show centered on correcting people, contestants showcase their expertise on things that nerds love
Season 9 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- The series is a reality game show originating in 2018 that focuses on fandom minutiae and pop culture trivia.
- Contestants participate in one-upmanship by flaunting their encyclopedic nerd knowledge.
- The core mechanic of the show relies on players correcting false statements about various franchises and nerd culture.
- Prior to season nine, the series established a format featuring a specific set of rules built around nerd culture corrections.
Season overview
Season nine of the reality series Um, Actually brings a new host to the game show format while maintaining the same rules. The show revolves around nerds engaging in fandom minutiae one-upmanship, where participants do what nerds do best by flaunting encyclopedic nerd knowledge at Millennium Falcon nerd-speed. As a game show centered on correcting people, contestants showcase their expertise on things that nerds love above all else. The series continues to test participants on various aspects of popular culture and fandom details within the established framework of the show.
Episode Guide
Season 9 Progress Shield
Curse of Strahd, The Holocron, Blaseball
Feb 27, 2024 · 38 min
Erika, Jess, and Hector vie for winningest contestant and discuss 80s cartoon sidekicks.
Pan-Galactic Gargle Blaster, Bubbling Bobbs, Blue Milk
Mar 12, 2024 · 41 min
Saltzman, Lily, and Trapp test their foodie knowledge and argue what makes the best egg sandwich.
Justice League, The Legend of Zelda, Animal Crossing
Mar 26, 2024 · 29 min
Jujubee, Monét X Change, and Trinity Taylor identify superhero butts while Ify and Brian serve looks.
Voltron, Conker's Bad Fur Day, G.I. Joe
Apr 9, 2024 · 36 min
Jay, Austin, and Fiona discuss which video game characters are Black and why the Skywalkers are bad.
The Baby Bracket
Apr 23, 2024 · 30 min
Not-so-super-nerds Grant, Keith, and Zach talk about sex robots, what's allowed in space, and sing the Um, Actually theme song.
Yellowjackets, Metal Gear Solid, Castle in the Sky
May 7, 2024 · 32 min
Dani, Elyse, and Danielle talk about juicy mouths, on the nose names, and Catholic school memories.
Preschool Television Volume 2
May 21, 2024 · 28 min
Moms Krystina, Becca, and Haley see who knows their kids' favorite shows best.
GoBots, Pikmin, Sid Meier's Civilization
Jun 4, 2024 · 33 min
Jordan, Jarvis, and Demi discuss why people love when a meanie and twink get together.
Boo, Actually!
Jun 18, 2024 · 28 min
Jonah, Milana, and Harvey try to out buzzer each other while answering Ify's horror questions.
Glinda, Columbo, Inscryption
Jul 2, 2024 · 34 min
Damien, Azeem, and Amanda rave over background extras and try to figure out what chuds are.
Giant Robots
Jul 16, 2024 · 37 min
Who digs giant robots? Karen, Cody, and Charlotte dig giant robots.
NSYNC, Five Nights at Freddy's, Red Lantern Corps
Jul 30, 2024 · 31 min
Voice actors Dante, Janet, and Jack negotiate points and argue sub versus dub.