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Would I Lie to You?: Series 17

11 episodes Premiered Dec 29, 2023 Updated Oct 31, 2026

Would I Lie to You? is an award-winning comedy panel show that centers on the challenge of distinguishing between believable lies and unbelievable truths. The program is hosted by Rob Brydon, who oversees the proceedings as two teams compete against one another. The show features permanent team captains Lee Mack and David Mitchell, who are joined by two guests on each side during every episode. Throughout the series,

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Season 17 Lore Primer

Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.

  • ⚡ Rob Brydon serves as the host of the program.
  • ⚡ Lee Mack and David Mitchell act as the permanent team captains.
  • ⚡ Each episode features two guests per team who participate alongside the captains.
  • ⚡ The gameplay involves rounds such as Home Truths, This Is My, and Quickfire Lies.
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Season overview

Would I Lie to You? is an award-winning comedy panel show that centers on the challenge of distinguishing between believable lies and unbelievable truths. The program is hosted by Rob Brydon, who oversees the proceedings as two teams compete against one another. The show features permanent team captains Lee Mack and David Mitchell, who are joined by two guests on each side during every episode. Throughout the series, participants are required to reveal various embarrassing facts and outrageous lies. The gameplay is structured around a series of different rounds, which include segments titled Home Truths, This Is My, and Quickfire Lies. The core objective remains for the opposing team to identify whether the statements presented by their counterparts are genuine or fabricated. The format relies on the comedic interactions and storytelling abilities of the host, the team captains, and the rotating guest panelists as they navigate these rounds. By maintaining a consistent structure of deception and revelation, the show challenges both the participants and the audience to discern the truth within a humorous and competitive environment.

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Season 17 Episodes

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Season 17: Filler vs. Essential Canon

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S17·E2 Core

Lucy Beaumont, Frankie Boyle, Abby Cook, Mo Gilligan

Jan 5, 2024 · 29 min

Rob Brydon is back in the host’s chair, with Lee Mack and David Mitchell returning as the team captains. They are joined by guests Lucy Beaumont, Frankie Boyle, Abby Cook and Mo Gi

S17·E7 Core

Sinitta Malone, Jo Brand, Ivo Graham, Johnny Marr

Feb 9, 2024 · 29 min

Sinitta Malone, Jo Brand, Ivo Graham and Johnny Marr join host Rob Brydon and team captains Lee Mack and David Mitchell to sort out the fact from the fiction.

S17·E10 Mytharc

Unseen Bits

Mar 1, 2024 · 29 min

Rob Brydon, Lee Mack and David Mitchell return for an episode of previously unseen material from the hit comedy panel show.

S17·E11 Mytharc

More Unseen Bits

Mar 8, 2024 · 29 min

Rob Brydon, Lee Mack and David Mitchell return for an episode of previously unseen material from the hit comedy panel show.

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