Which British TV show features a time-traveling alien called “The Doctor”?
A) Downton Abbey
B) Doctor Who
C) Sherlock
D) The Crown
Answer: B) Doctor Who
What is the name of the fictional British estate in the TV series “Downton Abbey?
A) Balmoral Castle
B) Highclere Castle
C) Buckingham Palace
D) Windsor Castle
Answer: B) Highclere Castle
Which British TV series follows the lives of the Crawley family and their servants during the early 20th century?
A) The Crown
B) Downton Abbey
C) Peaky Blinders
D) Sherlock
Answer: B) Downton Abbey
In the TV show “Sherlock,” who plays the role of Sherlock Holmes?
A) Martin Freeman
B) David Tennant
C) Benedict Cumberbatch
D) Tom Hiddleston
Answer: C) Benedict Cumberbatch
The popular British sitcom “Fawlty Towers” is set in a fictional hotel located in which city?
A) Manchester
B) Edinburgh
C) London
D) Torquay
Answer: D) Torquay
Which British TV show follows the lives of the Shelby crime family in post-World War I Birmingham?
A) The Crown
B) Doctor Who
C) Peaky Blinders
D) Downton Abbey
Answer: C) Peaky Blinders
Blackadder” is a historical British sitcom that stars which comedian in the titular role?
A) Rowan Atkinson
B) Ricky Gervais
C) Hugh Laurie
D) Stephen Fry
Answer: A) Rowan Atkinson
The British TV series “The Crown” chronicles the reign of Queen Elizabeth II, and the role of the Queen is played by whom?
A) Olivia Colman
B) Helen Mirren
C) Claire Foy
D) Judi Dench
Answer: A) Olivia Colman
Which British TV quiz show features a black chair and a spotlight for contestants answering questions on specialized subjects?
A) MasterChef
B) University Challenge
C) The Great British Bake Off
D) Mastermind
Answer: D) Mastermind
In the British TV series “Fleabag,” who plays the main character Fleabag?
A) Jodie Comer
B) Phoebe Waller-Bridge
C) Olivia Colman
D) Helena Bonham Carter
Answer: B) Phoebe Waller-Bridge
“EastEnders” is a long-running British soap opera set in which fictional London borough?
A) Walford
B) Weatherfield
C) Emmerdale
D) Albert Square
Answer: A) Walford
The character of Mr. Bean, played by Rowan Atkinson, is known for his comedic antics and lack of verbal communication. What is his first name in the series?
A) Robert
B) Simon
C) Charlie
D) Benjamin
Answer: D) Benjamin
In the TV show “Sherlock,” who plays the role of Dr. John Watson, Sherlock’s friend and flatmate?
A) Martin Freeman
B) David Tennant
C) Benedict Cumberbatch
D) Tom Hiddleston
Answer: A) Martin Freeman
Which British TV show is a satirical news program featuring witty commentary on current events and politics?
A) The Graham Norton Show
B) Have I Got News for You
C) Mock the Week
D) QI
Answer: B) Have I Got News for You
The British TV series “Doctor Foster” follows the story of a GP (General Practitioner) named Gemma Foster, portrayed by:
A) Olivia Colman
B) Suranne Jones
C) Keeley Hawes
D) Claire Foy
Answer: B) Suranne Jones
The X Factor UK” is a popular British TV talent show created by Simon Cowell. Which singer and TV personality was one of the original judges?
A) Cheryl Cole
B) Sharon Osbourne
C) Nicole Scherzinger
D) Mel B
Answer: B) Sharon Osbourne
The British TV series “Broadchurch” is a crime drama set in a fictional coastal town. Who plays the lead detective, DI Alec Hardy?
A) David Tennant
B) Benedict Cumberbatch
C) Martin Freeman
D) James Nesbitt
Answer: A) David Tennant
The quiz show “Countdown” is known for its word and number puzzles. Who has been the host of “Countdown” since its inception in 1982?
A) Richard Whiteley
B) Des O’Connor
C) Carol Vorderman
D) Rachel Riley
Answer: A) Richard Whiteley
Which British TV show, presented by Noel Edmonds, featured contestants selecting boxes to reveal cash prizes or empty spaces?
A) The Price Is Right
B) Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?
C) Deal or No Deal
D) Pointless
Answer: C) Deal or No Deal
“The Great British Bake Off” is a popular TV competition for amateur bakers. Who was the original judge of the show?
A) Mary Berry
B) Nigella Lawson
C) Delia Smith
D) Gordon Ramsay
Answer: A) Mary Berry
Which British TV show features celebrities solving tricky conundrums and answering challenging questions on unusual subjects?
A) MasterChef
B) University Challenge
C) QI (Quite Interesting)
D) The Great British Bake Off
Answer: C) QI (Quite Interesting)
In the British TV series “The IT Crowd,” who plays the character of the socially awkward IT technician, Maurice Moss?
A) Ricky Gervais
B) Simon Pegg
C) Chris O’Dowd
D) Stephen Merchant
Answer: C) Chris O’Dowd
“Love Island” is a British reality TV show where young single contestants live in a villa together. Which channel originally broadcasted the series?
A) ITV
B) Channel 4
C) BBC
D) Channel 5
Answer: B) Channel 4
The TV show “Peaky Blinders” is named after a criminal gang in Birmingham. Why are they called “Peaky Blinders”?
A) They wear sharp, peaky hats
B) They have sharp weapons hidden in their caps
C) They blind their enemies with sharp objects
D) They operate during peak hours
Answer: B) They have sharp weapons hidden in their caps
“The Big Fat Quiz of the Year” is an annual TV quiz show featuring celebrity panelists. Who is the regular host of the show?
A) Ricky Gervais
B) Jimmy Carr
C) Alan Carr
D) Graham Norton
Answer: B) Jimmy Carr
Which British TV show, hosted by Nick Hewer, is a daytime quiz program where contestants compete to solve number and word puzzles?
A) Tipping Point
B) The Chase
C) Countdown
D) Pointless
Answer: C) Countdown
“Gogglebox” is a British TV show where participants watch and react to various television programs. What are the participants called?
A) Watchers
B) Viewers
C) Goggleboxers
D) Watchmen
Answer: C) Goggleboxers
In the British TV series “Broadchurch,” which actress plays the role of DI Ellie Miller, the local detective investigating the murder case?
A) Olivia Colman
B) Suranne Jones
C) Keeley Hawes
D) Claire Foy
Answer: A) Olivia Colman
“Blue Planet II” is a nature documentary series narrated by which legendary British broadcaster and naturalist?
A) Sir David Attenborough
B) Sir Michael Palin
C) Sir Richard Attenborough
D) Sir Patrick Stewart
Answer: A) Sir David Attenborough
Which British TV show, presented by Jeremy Paxman, features teams from various universities competing in a quiz format?
A) MasterChef
B) The Great British Bake Off
C) University Challenge
D) Mastermind
Answer: C) University Challenge
“Gavin & Stacey” is a British sitcom about a long-distance relationship between characters from which two cities?
A) Cardiff and Swansea
B) London and Manchester
C) Brighton and Edinburgh
D) Essex and Barry
Answer: D) Essex and Barry
Which British TV series features the character “Del Boy” Trotter and his brother Rodney, who run a market stall in Peckham, London?
A) The Office
B) Only Fools and Horses
C) Fawlty Towers
D) Blackadder
Answer: B) Only Fools and Horses
The British TV series “Line of Duty” follows the work of AC-12, an anti-corruption unit in which law enforcement agency?
A) MI5
B) MI6
C) CID
D) Police Service of Northern Ireland
Answer: D) Police Service of Northern Ireland
The Apprentice” is a reality TV show where candidates compete to win a business partnership with whom?
A) Lord Sugar
B) Sir Richard Branson
C) Lord Alan Titchmarsh
D) Lord Lloyd-Webber
Answer: A) Lord Sugar
In the TV show “Sherlock,” what is the address of Sherlock Holmes and Dr. John Watson’s flat?
A) 10 Downing Street
B) 221B Baker Street
C) 10 Rillington Place
D) 10 St. James’s Square
Answer: B) 221B Baker Street
“The Great British Sewing Bee” is a TV competition show that focuses on which skill?
A) Cooking
B) Sewing
C) Gardening
D) Pottery
Answer: B) Sewing
Which British TV show is a panel game where contestants have to provide the most obscure answers to general knowledge questions?
A) University Challenge
B) Pointless
C) QI (Quite Interesting)
D) Mock the Week
Answer: B) Pointless
In the TV series “Fleabag,” what is the name of the café that the main character runs?
A) The White Horse
B) The Pig and Whistle
C) The Crown and Anchor
D) The Guinea Pig Café
Answer: A) The White Horse
“The Mighty Boosh” is a surreal British TV comedy show featuring which comedy duo?
A) Matt Lucas and David Walliams
B) Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant
C) Simon Pegg and Nick Frost
D) Julian Barratt and Noel Fielding
Answer: D) Julian Barratt and Noel Fielding
“The Vicar of Dibley” is a British sitcom centered around a female vicar in the fictional village of Dibley. Who plays the titular character?
A) Dawn French
B) Joanna Lumley
C) Jennifer Saunders
D) Helen Mirren
Answer: A) Dawn French
“Ghosts” is a British sitcom about a young couple who inherit a haunted house. Who co-created the show and stars as Alison?
A) Daisy May Cooper
B) Ruth Jones
C) Olivia Colman
D) Catherine Tate
Answer: A) Daisy May Cooper
The British TV series “Killing Eve” follows the cat-and-mouse game between two female characters: Eve Polastri and an assassin named:
A) Villanelle
B) Oksana Astankova
C) Anna Petrovna
D) Svetlana Ivanova
Answer: A) Villanelle
In the TV show “Black Mirror,” the episode “Nosedive” explores a society where people can rate each other. What is the name of the app used for rating?
A) RateMe
B) Rotten Tomatoes
C) Social Score
D) The Rate App
Answer: C) Social Score
Which British TV show is a reality competition featuring amateur bakers who compete to be named “Britain’s best home baker”?
A) The Great British Bake Off
B) MasterChef
C) The Great British Sewing Bee
D) Come Dine with Me
Answer: A) The Great British Bake Off
The British TV series “Call the Midwife” is set in the East End of London in which historical period?
A) World War I
B) World War II
C) Victorian era
D) Edwardian era
Answer: D) Edwardian era
“The Muppet Show” is a beloved British-American TV series featuring puppets created by which puppeteer and performer?
A) Jim Henson
B) Frank Oz
C) Carol Spinney
D) Dave Goelz
Answer: A) Jim Henson
The British TV series “Absolutely Fabulous” follows the lives of Edina Monsoon and her friend Patsy Stone, played by whom?
A) Jennifer Saunders and Joanna Lumley
B) Dawn French and Jennifer Saunders
C) Joanna Lumley and Dawn French
D) Jennifer Saunders and Julie Walters
Answer: A) Jennifer Saunders and Joanna Lumley
Which British TV show, hosted by Alexander Armstrong and Richard Osman, challenges contestants to find the most obscure correct answers?
A) Pointless
B) The Chase
C) University Challenge
D) Mock the Week
Answer: A) Pointless
The British TV series “Sherlock” is set in modern-day London. What is the occupation of Sherlock’s brother, Mycroft Holmes?
A) Detective Inspector
B) Government official
C) Forensic pathologist
D) Consulting detective
Answer: B) Government official
In the TV show “Fleabag,” what is the name of the café owned by Fleabag’s godmother and her husband?
A) The Swan
B) The Duck
C) The Fox
D) The Cat
Answer: A) The Swan
