Would I Lie to You?

Clare Balding, Rhod Gilbert, Nick Grimshaw and Rob Delaney appear alongside team captains David Mitchell and Lee Mack as regular panelists in the comedy panel show. The series is presented by Rob Brydon, who also serves as the programme’s host.

The series is a comedy‑panel programme that pits two teams against each other in a light‑hearted competition. The teams are led by the well‑known comedians David Mitchell and Lee Mack, who serve as the permanent captains throughout the show. The format follows the familiar panel‑show style, with a rotating line‑up of guests joining the captains each episode. In each installment, a quartet of regular contributors – Clare Balding, Rhod Gilbert, Nick Grimshaw and Rob Delaney – take their places alongside the captains. These guests add their own perspectives and humour to the discussions, working with Mitchell and Mack as they tackle the questions and challenges set for the panel. Their presence creates a dynamic mix of personalities that drives the interaction between the two sides. The proceedings are overseen by the host, Rob Brydon, who introduces the segments, poses the questions and keeps the pace of the show moving. Brydon’s role is to facilitate the banter between the teams, ensuring that each round proceeds smoothly and that the audience can follow the flow of the game. Overall, the programme brings together a blend of established comedians and familiar guest personalities under the guidance of a seasoned presenter, delivering a consistent comedy‑panel experience centred on witty exchange and friendly rivalry.