Mastermind
🌍 GB
📅 1972
📺 48 Seasons
🎬 1145 Episodes
⚡ Returning Series
🎭 Talk
📡 BBC One📡 BBC Two
📖 About Mastermind
Mastermind is a British quiz show, well known for its challenging questions, intimidating setting and air of seriousness.
Devised by Bill Wright, the basic format of Mastermind has never changed — four and in later contests five contestants face two rounds, one on a specialised subject of the contestant's choice, the other a general knowledge round. Wright drew inspiration from his experiences of being interrogated by the Gestapo during World War II.
The atmosphere is helped by Mastermind's famously ominous theme music, "Approaching Menace" by the British composer Neil Richardson. The quiz programme originated and was recorded in Manchester at studios such as New Broadcasting House and Granada Studios, before permanently moving to MediaCityUK in 2011.
📋 Mastermind — Quick Info
| Title | Mastermind |
| Genre | Talk |
| Network | BBC One, BBC Two |
| First Air Date | 1972-09-11 |
| Last Air Date | 2026-03-23 |
| Status | Returning Series |
| Total Seasons | 48 |
| Total Episodes | 1145 |
| Origin Country | GB |
| Language | EN |
| Rating | ⭐ 5.4/10 (11 votes) |
| Type | Talk Show |
📺 Mastermind — All Seasons
48 Seasons| # | Season Name | Episodes | Air Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 1972 | 15 Episodes | 1972-09-11 |
| Season 2 | 1973 | 17 Episodes | 1973-09-03 |
| Season 3 | 1974 | 17 Episodes | 1974-09-05 |
| Season 4 | 1975 | 17 Episodes | 1975-09-04 |
| Season 5 | 1976 | 17 Episodes | 1976-09-07 |
| Season 6 | 1977 | 17 Episodes | 1977-08-30 |
| Season 7 | 1978 | 17 Episodes | 1978-09-07 |
| Season 8 | 1979 | 17 Episodes | 1979-09-05 |
| Season 9 | 1980 | 17 Episodes | 1980-08-31 |
| Season 10 | 1981 | 17 Episodes | 1981-09-06 |
| Season 11 | 1983 | 17 Episodes | 1983-01-09 |
| Season 12 | 1984 | 17 Episodes | 1984-01-29 |
| Season 13 | 1985 | 17 Episodes | 1985-01-06 |
| Season 14 | 1986 | 23 Episodes | 1986-01-12 |
| Season 15 | 1987 | 23 Episodes | 1987-01-04 |
| Season 16 | 1988 | 23 Episodes | 1988-01-07 |
| Season 17 | 1989 | 23 Episodes | 1989-01-15 |
| Season 18 | 1990 | 22 Episodes | 1990-01-07 |
| Season 19 | 1991 | 17 Episodes | 1991-01-20 |
| Season 20 | 1992 | 17 Episodes | 1992-02-16 |
| Season 21 | 1993 | 17 Episodes | 1993-01-10 |
| Season 22 | 1994 | 17 Episodes | 1994-03-20 |
| Season 23 | 1995 | 17 Episodes | 1995-04-09 |
| Season 24 | 1996 | 17 Episodes | 1996-05-29 |
| Season 25 | 1997 | 14 Episodes | 1997-06-09 |
| Season 30 | 2003 | 17 Episodes | 2003-07-07 |
| Season 31 | 2004 | 31 Episodes | 2004-06-21 |
| Season 32 | 2005 | 31 Episodes | 2005-03-08 |
| Season 33 | 2006 | 31 Episodes | 2006-03-30 |
| Season 34 | 2007/08 | 31 Episodes | 2007-07-09 |
| Season 35 | 2008/09 | 31 Episodes | 2008-09-05 |
| Season 36 | 2009/10 | 31 Episodes | 2009-08-28 |
| Season 37 | 2010/11 | 31 Episodes | 2010-08-20 |
| Season 38 | 2011/12 | 31 Episodes | 2011-11-04 |
| Season 39 | 2012/13 | 31 Episodes | 2012-08-10 |
| Season 40 | 2013/14 | 31 Episodes | 2013-08-09 |
| Season 41 | 2014/15 | 31 Episodes | 2014-08-08 |
| Season 42 | 2015/16 | 31 Episodes | 2015-08-07 |
| Season 43 | 2016/17 | 31 Episodes | 2016-07-13 |
| Season 44 | 2017/18 | 31 Episodes | 2017-07-28 |
| Season 45 | 2018/19 | 31 Episodes | 2018-10-05 |
| Season 46 | 2019/20 | 31 Episodes | 2019-08-09 |
| Season 47 | 2020/21 | 31 Episodes | 2020-10-05 |
| Season 48 | 2021/22 | 31 Episodes | 2021-08-23 |
| Season 49 | 2022/23 | 31 Episodes | 2022-09-19 |
| Season 50 | 2023/24 | 31 Episodes | 2023-08-28 |
| Season 51 | 2024/25 | 31 Episodes | 2024-08-12 |
| Season 52 | 2025/26 | 31 Episodes | 2025-07-14 |
🎭 Mastermind — Full Cast
1 Cast Members
Clive Myrie
Self - Host
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❓ FAQ about Mastermind
What is Mastermind about?
Mastermind is a British quiz show, well known for its challenging questions, intimidating setting and air of seriousness.
Devised by Bill Wright, the basic format of Mastermind has never changed — four and in later contests five contestants face two rounds, one on a specialised subject of the contestant's choice, the other a general knowledge round. Wright drew inspiration from his experiences of being interrogated by the Gestapo during World War II.
The atmosphere is helped by Mastermind's famously ominous theme music, "Approaching Menace" by the British composer Neil Richardson. The quiz programme originated and was recorded in Manchester at studios such as New Broadcasting House and Granada Studios, before permanently moving to MediaCityUK in 2011.
How many episodes does Mastermind have?
Mastermind has a total of 1145 episodes spread across 48 season(s). It first aired on 1972-09-11.
Who stars in Mastermind?
The main cast of Mastermind includes Clive Myrie.
What is the rating of Mastermind?
Mastermind has a rating of 5.4/10 based on 11 votes. It is a returning series Talk series.
Where can I watch Mastermind?
Mastermind airs on BBC One, BBC Two. Visit the official website: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b006mk1s
What genre is Mastermind?
Mastermind is a Talk series from GB. It features Clive Myrie in lead roles.