Mastermind

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.

Mastermind is a talk series that airs on BBC One and BBC Two. Its themes are quiz and knowledge.

Since September 1972 it has reached 49 seasons and 1,155 episodes. It is still in production. Seasons run to about 24 episodes.

Clive Myrie plays Self - Host. It comes from Hat Trick Productions and Hindsight Productions.

QI make useful companions to Mastermind. It carries a NR rating.