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Game for a Laugh

1981 – 1985Show5 seasons59 episodes

Comedy
81
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb6.3

A nostalgic, wholesome comedy series about pop culture.

Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

Skip it if you want dark or edgy material

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Not for tears, scares or brutality.

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Story

Game for a Laugh is a British light entertainment programme which ran for 56 editions and four specials between 26 September 1981 and 23 November 1985, made by London Weekend Television for the ITV network.

Feels like

  • British Light Entertainment
  • Hidden Camera Comedy
  • Audience Participation
  • Wholesome Humor
  • Nostalgic TV
  • Family Friendly
  • Classic Variety Show
  • Playful Pranks
  • Feel-Good
  • Slapstick

Cast

5 of 5 · most episodes first

Facts

September 26, 1981 · November 23, 1985 · Ended

First aired
September 26, 1981
Last aired
November 23, 1985
Status
Ended
Length
5 seasons · 59 episodes
Genres
Comedy
Original language
English
Made in
United Kingdom

Q&A

5 questions, like "Is Game for a Laugh worth watching?"

Questions about Game for a Laugh

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is Game for a Laugh worth watching?

81
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 81 (IMDb 6.3).

Is Game for a Laugh okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for kids.

How long does it take to watch Game for a Laugh?

59 h

About 59 hours: 59 episodes in 5 seasons of about 60 minutes each, aired from 1981 to 1985.

Will Game for a Laugh make me laugh?

Funny

Yes: the humor is mostly situational comedy (8 of 10) and slapstick (7 of 10).

Can I half-watch Game for a Laugh?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 1 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it good for background watching.