Pointless

The programme is a quiz in which contestants aim to score as few points as possible by providing the least obvious correct answers to the questions posed throughout the competition on the show. It is presented by Alexander Armstrong alongside Gethin Jones.

The show is a television quiz that turns the usual aim of game‑shows upside down. Rather than racing to accumulate points, the contestants’ objective is to finish with the lowest possible score. It presents a fresh twist on the familiar quiz format, inviting participants to think differently about how they win. Each episode poses a series of questions to the players, but the scoring works in reverse. A correct answer that is obvious attracts the most points, while a less evident yet still accurate response earns fewer. Consequently, participants are encouraged to dig deep into their knowledge and surface the most obscure correct options they can find, because the less obvious the answer, the better their chances of staying low on the scoreboard. The core challenge lies in balancing accuracy with obscurity. Contestants must be certain that their answer is right, yet they also need to gauge just how uncommon it is compared with more typical responses. This dual focus creates a tension between confidence in one’s knowledge and the strategic aim of keeping the point total minimal, making every decision a careful calculation. Guiding the action are presenters Alexander Armstrong and Gethin Jones. Together they explain the rules, introduce each question, and keep the pace moving as the players search for those hidden correct answers. Their role also includes revealing the points awarded after each round, ensuring the audience can follow the unfolding race to the lowest score.