Taskmaster

Taskmaster is a BAFTA-winning comedy panel game show where five comedians are set a series of bizarre and often pointless tasks by the omnipotent Taskmaster, Greg Davies. His loyal assistant, Alex Horne, who created the show, meticulously notes their every move and failure. The contestants attempt to complete these tasks in the most creative, efficient, or hilariously disastrous ways possible, with their efforts judged by Davies, who awards points based on arbitrary criteria.

Taskmaster has been universally acclaimed by critics and audiences alike for its unique premise, sharp comedic writing, and the genuine hilarity that arises from the contestants' attempts to outwit the system and each other. It's praised for its consistently high level of humor, clever task design, and the effortless chemistry between Greg Davies and Alex Horne.

• Brilliantly inventive and consistently hilarious.
• A masterclass in modern comedy panel shows.
• The genius lies in the simple, absurd tasks and the diverse personalities tackling them.

Google audience: Google users overwhelmingly praise Taskmaster for its constant stream of laughter, clever and unique challenges, and the entertaining personalities of both the host and the contestants. Many appreciate the show's ability to consistently deliver fresh comedy season after season.

BAFTA Television Award for Best Comedy Entertainment Programme (multiple wins and nominations), Broadcast Award for Best Entertainment Programme, Rose d'Or for Best Studio Entertainment.

The show's creator, Alex Horne, originally performed the tasks himself and filmed them on his phone before developing it into a full TV series.