It's Only TV... But I Like It

It's Only TV... But I Like It (1999-2002)

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It's Only TV... But I Like It is an English comedy gameshow that aired on the BBC from 1999 to 2002. Jonathan Ross was the presenter and there were three regular team captains Phill Jupitus, Jack Dee (Season one only) and Julian Clary. A total of 32 episodes were aired over four seasons. There was a special in 2011. There were numerous rounds and whoever scored the highest was the winner, in the event of an equal score it would be a draw with no tie breaker.

Network
Scheduleevery Friday (30 min)

Last Episode

The Krankies, Goldie, Coleen Nolan, Gary Beadle
Season 4Episode 830 min

The Krankies, Goldie, Coleen Nolan, Gary Beadle

août 16, 2002

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S04E08The Krankies, Goldie, Coleen Nolan, Gary Beadleaoût 16, 2002
S04E07Roy Walker, Katy Hill, Diarmuid Gavin, Nicholas Baileyaoût 9, 2002
S04E06Cannon & Ball, Gina Yashere, Patsy Palmer, Stuart Hallaoût 2, 2002
S04E05Ed Byrne, Angela Griffin, David Dickinson, Steven Pinderjuil. 26, 2002
S04E04Barbara Windsor, Keith Harris, Carol Smillie, Adam & Joejuil. 19, 2002
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'It's Only TV... But I Like It' premiere?

'It's Only TV... But I Like It' premiered in September 1999.

Who was the host of 'It's Only TV... But I Like It'?

Comedian Jonathan Ross was the host of 'It's Only TV... But I Like It'.

How many episodes did the show have?

The show had a total of 17 episodes across two seasons.

Who were the guests on 'It's Only TV... But I Like It'?

Guest stars on the show included David Bowie, Ricky Gervais, and The Spice Girls, among many others.

How did the show approach TV reviews?

The show took a humorous approach to critiquing and celebrating television shows.

What were some of the segments on 'It's Only TV... But I Like It'?

Some of the segments on the show included 'Ross's Rant', 'Lease Breakers', and 'The Big Question'.

Was 'It's Only TV... But I Like It' a live show?

Yes, the show was broadcast live.

Where was 'It's Only TV... But I Like It' filmed?

The show was filmed at the BBC Television Centre in London.

Who were the writers of 'It's Only TV... But I Like It'?

The show was written by Jonathan Ross and Fraser Steele.

What was the show's concept?

'It's Only TV... But I Like It' was a comedy panel show that featured discussions and debates about current and classic television programs.

Did 'It's Only TV... But I Like It' receive any awards or nominations?

Yes, the show was nominated for a BAFTA Television Award in 2000 for Best Entertainment Programme.

Cast

Jonathan Ross

Jonathan Ross

plays himself
Phill Jupitus

Phill Jupitus

plays himself
Jack Dee

Jack Dee

plays himself
Julian Clary

Julian Clary

plays himself
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Characters

Presenter

Presenter

played by Jonathan Ross
Team Captain

Team Captain

played by Phill Jupitus
Team Captain

Team Captain

played by Jack Dee
Team Captain

Team Captain

played by Julian Clary
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