Think you know your TV trivia? This UK-focused TV quiz covers a mix of beloved British and international shows that have captured the hearts of audiences across the country. We’ve divided the questions into five exciting rounds: Classic British TV, Sitcoms, Reality TV, Drama, and Animated Shows. Get ready to test your telly knowledge!
Round 1: Classic British TV (1-20)
- What was the name of Del Boy’s younger brother in Only Fools and Horses?
- Who played Basil Fawlty in Fawlty Towers?
- What was the catchphrase of Frank Spencer in Some Mothers Do ‘Ave ‘Em?
- What was the name of the pub in EastEnders?
- Who hosted The Generation Game in the 1970s?
- What was the name of the police officer played by David Jason in A Touch of Frost?
- In which fictional seaside town was Dad’s Army set?
- What was the first name of Victor Meldrew in One Foot in the Grave?
- What was the title of the long-running children’s TV show hosted by John Noakes, Peter Purves, and others?
- Who was the villain in Thunderbirds?
- What is the longest-running UK soap opera?
- What was the name of the spaceship in Red Dwarf?
- Which children’s TV character was famous for the phrase, “Here’s one I made earlier”?
- Who starred as Hyacinth Bucket in Keeping Up Appearances?
- What show featured a magical time-traveling police box?
- What was the name of the sketch show starring David Mitchell and Robert Webb?
- In Porridge, what was the name of the prison?
- Which famous puppet duo starred in The Sooty Show?
- Who narrated Come Dine with Me?
- Which quiz show did Anne Robinson famously host?
Round 2: Sitcoms (21-40)
- What is the name of the Dingle family dog in Emmerdale?
- In Gavin & Stacey, what is the name of Smithy’s best mate?
- Which sitcom is set in the fictional Wernham Hogg office?
- Who played Edina Monsoon in Absolutely Fabulous?
- What is the name of the vicar in The Vicar of Dibley?
- Which sitcom features the phrase, “Don’t tell him, Pike”?
- Who played Alan Partridge in I’m Alan Partridge?
- In Blackadder Goes Forth, what was the name of the captain played by Hugh Laurie?
- What is the name of the landlord in Phoenix Nights?
- In Fawlty Towers, what is Manuel’s catchphrase?
- What was the name of the pub in Gavin & Stacey?
- Who played Del Boy in Only Fools and Horses?
- What is the name of Mrs. Doyle’s employer in Father Ted?
- Which sitcom features a family living in Peckham?
- In The IT Crowd, what is the name of the basement office?
- Who played the hapless hotel manager in Fawlty Towers?
- What is the name of the main character in Absolutely Fabulous?
- Which British sitcom starred Rowan Atkinson as a clumsy vicar?
- What is the name of the long-running BBC sitcom about two rag-and-bone men?
- In Gavin & Stacey, who is Nessa’s on-and-off partner?
Round 3: Reality TV (41-60)
- What year did Big Brother UK first air?
- Who was the first-ever winner of The X Factor UK?
- What is the name of the tent in The Great British Bake Off?
- Which reality show features single contestants getting coupled up in a villa?
- Who won the first season of Strictly Come Dancing?
- What is the name of the black cab featured in The Apprentice UK?
- What reality show features celebrities eating insects in the Australian jungle?
- Which show features families watching TV and sharing their reactions?
- Who hosts The Great British Sewing Bee?
- Which talent show featured judges like Amanda Holden and Simon Cowell?
- What is the main prize on Love Island?
- What reality competition involves celebrities learning circus skills?
- In The Great British Bake Off, what is the name of the “dreaded” round judged on skill alone?
- Who was the first judge to leave The X Factor UK panel?
- Which show sent a group of contestants to live in an isolated 1900s house?
- What is the name of the host who replaced Bruce Forsyth on Strictly Come Dancing?
- What reality series follows celebrities living in a country manor with medieval themes?
- In The Apprentice UK, what phrase is Lord Sugar famous for saying?
- Which reality show features people searching for antiques and selling them for profit?
- What is the name of the challenge where contestants run the gauntlet in Total Wipeout?
Round 4: Drama (61-80)
- What is the name of the detective played by Benedict Cumberbatch in Sherlock?
- Which drama follows the Crawley family and their servants?
- What is the name of the pub in Peaky Blinders?
- In Doctor Who, what is the Doctor’s time-traveling machine called?
- Which drama revolves around the residents of 165 Eaton Place?
- What is the name of the ship in Line of Duty?
- Who played Thomas Shelby in Peaky Blinders?
- What is the name of the main character in Call the Midwife?
- What series featured Ross Poldark as the lead character?
- Who played Detective Morse in the original Inspector Morse?
- Which drama was set in Holby City Hospital?
- What is the name of the mysterious island in Lost?
- Which show revolves around the life of Tommy and Grace in the UK?
- Who played the title role in Luther?
- What historical event is the backdrop of The Crown?
- Which character narrates Desperate Housewives from beyond the grave?
- What was the name of the murderer in Broadchurch Season 1?
- In Game of Thrones, what are Daenerys Targaryen’s dragons called?
- What is the full title of Killing Eve’s Eve?
- Who played Miss Marple in Agatha Christie’s Marple (2004-2013)?
Round 5: Animated Shows (81-100)
- What is the name of the Simpsons’ dog?
- In Peppa Pig, what is the name of Peppa’s little brother?
- What is the name of the pub in The Simpsons?
- Which animated show features the character Stewie Griffin?
- What is the name of the cat in Postman Pat?
- Who is SpongeBob SquarePants’ best friend?
- What is the name of the evil scientist in Despicable Me?
- In Bob’s Burgers, what is the name of Bob’s youngest child?
- What is the name of the main villain in The Powerpuff Girls?
- In Scooby-Doo, what is the name of Shaggy’s real first name?
- What are the names of the twins in The Rugrats?
- Which animated show features characters named Fry, Leela, and Bender?
- Who is the villain in Shrek 2?
- What is the name of the town where South Park is set?
- In Frozen, what is the name of Elsa and Anna’s snowman friend?
- What is the name of the superhero alter ego of Homer Simpson?
- Who is the main character in Hey Duggee?
- What is the name of the prince in Beauty and the Beast?
- What is the name of the main family in King of the Hill?
- In Rick and Morty, what is the name of Rick’s spaceship?
Congratulations on completing our TV quiz! From classic British shows to international favorites, this quiz covered a variety of beloved series that have entertained audiences across the UK. Whether you aced it or discovered a few new facts, we hope you had a blast testing your TV knowledge. Use these questions for your next trivia night, family gathering, or just to challenge your friends. Keep tuning in, and remember—there’s always more trivia to explore!