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1. American Ninja Warrior (2009– )
TV-PG | 40 min | Action, Game-Show, Reality-TV
Contestants run, jump, crawl, climb, hang, and swing through crazy obstacles as they compete to become the next American Ninja champion.
Stars: Matt Iseman, Akbar Gbajabiamila, Kristine Leahy, Jenn Brown
Votes: 4,282
2. Ant & Dec's Saturday Night Takeaway (2002–2024)
TV-PG | 50 min | Comedy, Game-Show
A game show hosted by Ant and Dec filled with stunts, sketches, and special guest appearances.
Stars: Declan Donnelly, Anthony McPartlin, Stephen Mulhern, Andi Peters
Votes: 1,870
3. The Big Breakfast (1992–2002)
120 min | Comedy, Game-Show, News
The UK's breakfast TV show on Channel 4. A very lighthearted mix of interviews, news, quizzes and features.
Stars: Jody Bunting, Denise Van Outen, Johnny Vaughan, Richard Orford
Votes: 2,115
4. Robot Wars (1998–2018)
TV-PG | 45 min | Action, Game-Show, Sport
Knockout competition between deadly robots designed and controlled by contestants. There's chainsaws, spikes, and lots of flying metal.
Stars: Jonathan Pearce, Noel Sharkey, Stuart McDonald, Craig Charles
Votes: 1,240
5. Celebrity Juice (2008–2022)
45 min | Comedy, Game-Show
A comedy TV show starring the fictional character Keith Lemon.
Stars: Leigh Francis, Holly Willoughby, Fearne Cotton, Gino D'Acampo
Votes: 2,293
6. Tiswas (1974–1982)
110 min | Animation, Family, Game-Show
Originally a Midlands-only "links" programme presented by Chris Tarrant and John Asher, Tiswas is chiefly remembered for evolving into a nationally broadcast comedy show with Chris joined by Sally James, Bob Carolgees and Lenny Henry.
Stars: Chris Tarrant, Sally James, John Asher, John Gorman
Votes: 220
7. Opportunity Knocks (1956–1990)
Comedy, Game-Show
A long-running ITV talent show hosted by Hughie Green, providing showcases for names such as Paul Daniels and Frank Carson. The series was revived on the BBC in the 1980s, hosted by Bob Monkhouse and former winner Les Dawson.
Stars: Hughie Green, Bob Monkhouse, National Philharmonic Orchestra, Les Dawson
Votes: 62
8. Surprise! Surprise! (1984–2015)
60 min | Documentary, Family, Game-Show
Stars: Cilla Black, Bob Carolgees, Gordon Burns, Christopher Biggins
Votes: 107
9. OTT (1982)
52 min | Animation, Comedy, Music
A late night risqué sketch show featuring most of the TISWAS team, designed to appeal to the large adult audience of the children's Saturday morning show. Critically slated, it ran to just one series.
Stars: Lenny Henry, Chris Tarrant, Bob Carolgees, Helen Atkinson Wood
Votes: 48
10. Thank Your Lucky Stars (1961–1966)
40 min | Game-Show, Music
This was a vehicle for new record releases in the early sixties. A panel would rate the songs between 1-5 with the panel was made up of stars of the day.
Stars: Brian Matthew, Janice Nicholls, Jim Dale, Pete Murray
Votes: 37
11. Ninja Warrior UK (2015–2022)
60 min | Action, Game-Show, Sport
Competitors from all over the country take on TV's toughest obstacle course.
Stars: Ben Shephard, Rochelle Humes, Chris Kamara, Hay Ali
Votes: 169
12. New Faces (1973–1988)
52 min | Comedy, Game-Show
A long-running talent show that introduced viewers to acts including Showaddywaddy, Lenny Henry and Marti Caine. Caine would eventually return as host of a revival series in the 1980s.
Stars: Derek Hobson, Mickie Most, Tony Hatch, Marti Caine
Votes: 31
13. Britain's Got the Pop Factor... and Possibly a New Celebrity Jesus Christ Soapstar Superstar Strictly on Ice (2008 TV Movie)
120 min | Documentary, Comedy, Game-Show
Cat Deely hosts the epic 'live' final of Britain's Got the Pop Factor, where musical acts R Wayne, 2 Up 2 Down and Geraldine battle it out for their own record deal and an automatic entry ... See full summary »
Director: Peter Kay | Stars: Peter Kay, Judith Alexander, Ian Armer, Rick Astley
Votes: 778
14. SM:TV Live (1998–2003)
125 min | Animation, Family, Talk-Show
Children's magazine mix of celebrity guests, competitions, features, sketches and chat.
Stars: Anthony McPartlin, Declan Donnelly, Cat Deeley, Helen Soraya
Votes: 286
15. Beadle's About (1986–1996)
30 min | Documentary, Comedy, Family
Elaborate tricks involving actors are played on members of the public who have been set up by friends or family.
Stars: Jeremy Beadle, John Leeson, Tony McHale, Flavia Brilli
Votes: 151
16. Going Live! (1987–1993)
192 min | Comedy, Family, Game-Show
Children's Saturday morning magazine/variety show featuring cartoons, sketches, games, music videos, special guests and features.
Stars: Sarah Greene, Phillip Schofield, Peter Simon, Trevor Neal
Votes: 155
17. CD:UK (1998–2006)
60 min | Music, Talk-Show
Chart magazine with live bands, videos and occasional celebrity interviews.
Stars: Will Young, Natasha Hamilton, Liz McClarnon, Jenny Frost
Votes: 106
18. The Ant & Dec Show (1995–1996)
60 min | Comedy, Family, Talk-Show
Late-afternoon children's entertainment series.
Stars: Anthony McPartlin, Declan Donnelly, Peter Simon, Katy Hill
Votes: 11
19. World Idol (2003 TV Special)
90 min | Documentary, Game-Show, Music
Winners of the singing competition from all over the world compete for the ultimate title of World Idol.
Director: Jonathan Bullen | Stars: Kurt Nilsen, Kelly Clarkson, Peter Evrard, Heinz Winckler
Votes: 171
20. Friends Like These (1999–2003)
45 min | Game-Show
Two teams of friends compete in practical games and tests for the chance of winning a dream holiday.
Stars: Mitch Johnson, Ian Wright, Anthony McPartlin, Declan Donnelly
Votes: 10
21. Little Big Shots (I) (2017–2018)
60 min | Documentary, Family, Game-Show
Comedienne and actress Dawn French hosts a British version of the variety show. Each week some of the most talented children from around the world will showcase their skills just for the sheer joy of it.
Stars: Dawn French, Darci Lynne Farmer, Akash Vukoti, Lucy Gowen
Votes: 62
22. Tiswas Reunited (2007 TV Special)
60 min | Comedy, Family, Talk-Show
The stars of ATV's anarchic Saturday morning kids show "Tiswas" reunite for a one-off special.
Director: Simon Staffurth | Stars: Chris Tarrant, Sally James, Bob Carolgees, John Gorman
Votes: 19
23. Sky Star Search (1989–1991)
60 min | Comedy, Family, Game-Show
Stars: Keith Chegwin, Cindy Milo, The Jive Aces, Simon Cartwright
24. Slap Bang (2001)
60 min | Action, Comedy, Game-Show
Ant and Dec bring their cheeky kids TV antics to a prime-time audience.
Stars: Anthony McPartlin, Declan Donnelly, Helen Mirren
Votes: 19
25. Ant & Dec Unzipped (1997)
30 min | Comedy, Family, Talk-Show
Stars: Anthony McPartlin, Declan Donnelly, Adam Searles, Jayne Middlemiss
Votes: 25
26. The Prince's Trust 30th Birthday: Live (2006 TV Special)
215 min | Music
Director: Geoff Posner | Stars: Anthony McPartlin, Declan Donnelly, Cat Deeley, Ben Elton
Votes: 20
27. Bring Me the Head of Light Entertainment (1997–2000)
30 min | Comedy, Game-Show
Game show in which comics compete for laughs.
Stars: Graham Norton, Lee Hurst, Fred MacAulay, Bill Bailey
Votes: 17
29. Quizmania (2005–2007)
45 min | Comedy, Game-Show
Phone in at 60p/75p a call whether selected or not and win cash prizes. Callers were rarely put through to the studio. During this time Quizmania entertained casual viewers by reading ... See full summary »
Stars: Lee Baldry, Lee Clark, Kirsty Duffy, Debbie King
Votes: 35
30. Pop Idol Extra (2001– )
90 min | Documentary, Game-Show, Music
Complementing the actual "Pop Idol" series, Kate Thornton hosts this programme, featuring a look at the preparations for the main show and backstage interviews with the contestants.
Stars: Kate Thornton, CeCe Sammy, Carol Vorderman, Darius Campbell
31. The Queen's Birthday Party (2018 TV Special)
100 min | Documentary, Game-Show, Music
A celebration concert for Her Majesty the Queen's 92nd birthday, taking place at the Royal Albert Hall in London and attended by HM the Queen and members of the royal family.
Director: Simon Staffurth | Stars: Zoë Ball, Anne-Marie, Alfie Boe, Tom Chambers
32. Ant & Dec's Christmas Show (2009 TV Special)
75 min | Comedy, Game-Show, Music
Stars: Anthony McPartlin, Declan Donnelly, Peter Andre, Emma Bunton
Votes: 15