Pointless Celebrities

Pointless Celebrities (2011- )

RunningGame Show show

Alexander Armstrong and Richard Osman present a celebrity version of the general knowledge quiz in which contestants try to come up with the answers that nobody else could think of.

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Scheduleevery Saturday (48 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
2025-08-022,000th EpisodeAug. 2, 2025
2025-06-28Radio SpecialJuni 28, 2025
2025-06-21Episode 14Juni 21, 2025
2025-06-14Episode 13Juni 14, 2025
2025-06-07Episode 12Juni 7, 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

What year did 'Pointless Celebrities' premiere?

'Pointless Celebrities' premiered in 2011.

Who are the hosts of 'Pointless Celebrities'?

Alexander Armstrong and Richard Osman are the hosts of 'Pointless Celebrities'.

How many contestants compete in each episode of 'Pointless Celebrities'?

Each episode of 'Pointless Celebrities' features four pairs of celebrities as contestants.

Does 'Pointless Celebrities' follow the same format as the regular 'Pointless' show?

Yes, 'Pointless Celebrities' follows the same format as the regular 'Pointless' show.

What is the main goal of the contestants in 'Pointless Celebrities'?

The main goal of the contestants in 'Pointless Celebrities' is to provide answers that are not only correct but also as obscure as possible.

What is the name of the famous scoreboard used in 'Pointless Celebrities'?

The famous scoreboard used in 'Pointless Celebrities' is called the Pointless Pyramid.

How many rounds are played in each episode of 'Pointless Celebrities'?

Each episode of 'Pointless Celebrities' features three rounds of questions.

What is the prize for the winning pair of 'Pointless Celebrities'?

The winning pair of 'Pointless Celebrities' takes home a donation to their chosen charity.

How many points are scored by a correct answer that is also the most common answer?

A correct answer that is also the most common answer scores the maximum 100 points.

How long is each round of questioning in 'Pointless Celebrities'?

Each round of questioning in 'Pointless Celebrities' is comprised of three minutes.

How many questions are asked in each round of 'Pointless Celebrities'?

Each round of 'Pointless Celebrities' features six questions.

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