The Marriage Ref

The Marriage Ref (2011)

EndedTalk Show show

Dermot O'Leary hosts the UK version of this originally-American reality show. The prime-time ITV show looks into the unexpected and absurd situations that arise in people's marriages.

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Scheduleevery Saturday at 21:00 (30 min)

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EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E07Denise Van Outen, Sarah Millican, Micky FlanaganJul 30, 2011
S01E06Jonathan Ross, Jack Dee, Joanna PageJul 23, 2011
S01E05Jack Dee, Jimmy Carr, Katherine KellyJul 16, 2011
S01E04Jack Whitehall, Sarah Millican, Eamonn HolmesJul 9, 2011
S01E03James Corden, Jimmy Carr, Lorraine KellyJul 2, 2011
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'The Marriage Ref' premiere?

'The Marriage Ref' premiered on February 28, 2010.

Who was the host of 'The Marriage Ref'?

Comedian Tom Papa was the host of 'The Marriage Ref'.

What is the premise of 'The Marriage Ref'?

Couples present their real-life disputes to a panel of celebrities and comedians who decide who is right and wrong in each dispute.

Who were the celebrity judges on 'The Marriage Ref'?

Celebrity judges on 'The Marriage Ref' included Alec Baldwin, Kelly Ripa, and Jerry Seinfeld among others.

Was 'The Marriage Ref' filmed in front of a live audience?

Yes, 'The Marriage Ref' was filmed in front of a live audience.

How many couples appeared on each episode of 'The Marriage Ref'?

Three couples appeared on each episode of 'The Marriage Ref'.

Was 'The Marriage Ref' a scripted show?

No, 'The Marriage Ref' was unscripted.

Did 'The Marriage Ref' have a lot of product placement?

Yes, 'The Marriage Ref' had a lot of product placement, with brands such as Chevrolet and T-Mobile making appearances.

Was 'The Marriage Ref' a hit with audiences?

'The Marriage Ref' received mixed reviews from critics, but had decent viewer ratings during its run.

Did 'The Marriage Ref' have any spin-offs or related shows?

No, 'The Marriage Ref' did not have any spin-offs or related shows.

Were the disputes presented on 'The Marriage Ref' real or fake?

The disputes presented on 'The Marriage Ref' were real.

Did all of the celebrity judges on 'The Marriage Ref' have experience counseling couples?

No, not all of the celebrity judges on 'The Marriage Ref' had experience counseling couples.

Was 'The Marriage Ref' controversial in any way?

Some people found the concept of the show controversial, arguing that it glorified conflict in relationships.

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