Pointless

The quiz pits contestants against each other as they strive to score as few points as possible by offering correct answers that are not the most obvious. Points are awarded for obviousness, so the less obvious the answer, the lower the total. The show is presented by Alexander Armstrong and Gethin Jones.

The programme is a quiz‑style competition that flips the usual objective on its head – participants aim to finish with the lowest possible score. Rather than racing to rack up points, contestants are encouraged to be as modest as they can while still answering correctly. Each round presents a question, and the challenge lies in supplying a correct response that is the least obvious. The more obscure the accurate answer, the fewer points a player accrues, meaning success depends on striking the right balance between knowledge and restraint. The format rewards those who can think of the right answer without it being the first one that comes to mind. The show is fronted by Alexander Armstrong and Gethin Jones, who steer the game and interact with the competitors throughout the episode. Their role is to present the questions, explain the scoring quirks and keep the pace moving, ensuring the focus stays on the unusual goal of achieving the smallest tally possible.