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Mastermind

Overview

Mastermind is a British quiz show, well known for its challenging questions, intimidating setting and air of seriousness. Devised by Bill Wright, the basic format of Mastermind has never changed — four and in later contests five contestants face two rounds, one on a specialised subject of the contestant's choice, the other a general knowledge round. Wright drew inspiration from his experiences of being interrogated by the Gestapo during World War II. The atmosphere is helped by Mastermind's famously ominous theme music, "Approaching Menace" by the British composer Neil Richardson. The quiz programme originated and was recorded in Manchester at studios such as New Broadcasting House and Granada Studios, before permanently moving to MediaCityUK in 2011.
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Bill Wright

creator

Cast

John Humphrys profile
John Humphrys

Self - Host

Total episodes: 544

Magnus Magnusson profile
Magnus Magnusson

Total episodes: 449

Clive Myrie profile
Clive Myrie

Self - Host

Total episodes: 124

John Humphrys profile
John Humphrys

Self - Host

Total episodes: 544

Magnus Magnusson profile
Magnus Magnusson

Total episodes: 449

Clive Myrie profile
Clive Myrie

Self - Host

Total episodes: 124

Extra

Release Date

September 11, 1972

Last air Date

March 24, 2025

Status

Returning Series

Original Language

English

Networks

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Available On

Currently it's not available for streaming.
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seasons

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2024/25

Aired on: 2024 | 31 Episodes

Clive Myrie hosts the classic quiz where contenders take the famous black chair.

Videos

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BBC Mastermind

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