From Basil Fawlty’s chaotic hotel to Del Boy’s big dreams in Peckham, classic British sitcoms have defined generations of comedy lovers. Whether you grew up quoting Hyacinth Bucket or binge-watched reruns of Porridge, this British sitcom quiz is packed with nostalgia, trivia, and a few curveballs.
Split into five themed rounds, these 30 quiz questions will test your memory of catchphrases, characters, and unforgettable moments from Britain’s funniest shows.
Answer each question, open the box to reveal the answer, and keep track of your score — if you dare.
Round 1: Settings & Premises
- What is the name of the hotel run by Basil Fawlty?
- Which sitcom is set in a Peckham council flat?
- What type of shop do Granville and Arkwright run in “Open All Hours”?
- In what location is “Hi-de-Hi!” set?
- What’s the main setting of “Porridge”?
Round 2: Characters & Catchphrases
- What’s Del Boy’s most famous catchphrase?
- In “The Vicar of Dibley,” who plays the vicar?
- What’s the name of the grumpy father in “Father Ted”?
- Who is Hyacinth Bucket obsessed with impressing in “Keeping Up Appearances”?
- What name does Uncle Albert often start his stories with?
Round 3: Show Titles & Themes
- Which sitcom follows three priests living together in Ireland?
- What was the sequel to “Open All Hours” called?
- Which sitcom starred Rowan Atkinson as an inept priest in a historical setting?
- Which sitcom follows the staff of Grace Brothers department store?
- What sitcom features the character Victor Meldrew?
Round 4: Memorable Moments
- In which sitcom does a chandelier famously crash to the ground?
- What comedy features a scene where two men try to move a coffin?
- Which sitcom includes the line, “Don’t tell him, Pike!”?
- What series features a fall through a bar flap as one of the UK’s best-loved gags?
- What sitcom ends with a freeze-frame of the main character jumping in the air?
Round 5: Deep Cuts & Trivia
- What sitcom starred Richard Briers and Felicity Kendal as self-sufficient suburbanites?
- What character did John Cleese play in Fawlty Towers?
- What’s the name of the pub in “Early Doors”?
- Which show features a snobby woman insisting her last name is pronounced “Bouquet”?
- Who played Trigger in “Only Fools and Horses”?
- What was the real first name of Del Boy?
- What sitcom takes place in the fictional village of Royston Vasey?
- Which long-running show starred Ronnie Barker as a prison inmate?
- What sitcom revolved around the staff of a TV newsroom?
- In “Absolutely Fabulous,” what’s the name of Edina’s daughter?
Score Breakdown – How Did You Do?
26–30 Correct:
Legend! You’ve clearly spent many nights glued to UK Gold. You probably quote sitcoms daily and correct people when they say “It’s pronounced ‘Bouquet’.”
20–25 Correct:
Respectable! You know your Fawltys from your Feathers McGraws. A few rewatch sessions and you’ll be unbeatable.
10–19 Correct:
You’ve seen a few reruns, but your sitcom recall needs a recharge. Time to binge some box sets.
0–9 Correct:
Are you sure you’re British? Start with Dad’s Army and work your way up — there’s no shame in learning from the greats.
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