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Everything you need to know about Rob Beckett’s Smart TV

What’s not to love about a comedy panel show? Especially one all about telly.

Hosted by comedian Rob Beckett, Rob Beckett’s Smart TV, is a hilarious celebration of the shows we know and love.

Each week big-name actors, comics, presenters and personalities will join Rob, Alison Hammond and Josh Widdicombe to battle it out in a series of chaotic, trivia-infused rounds to discover who knows the most about TV.

If you’re someone who likes to play along to quiz shows at home, Rob Beckett’s Smart TV will fast become your go-to comedy quiz show.

Launching in 2024, Rob Beckett’s Smart TV will be returning in March 2025 for a brand new series.

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How many series are there?

Series one of Rob Beckett’s Smart TV (all eight episodes of it) is available in full to watch now on Sky Max and NOW.

Series two will launch on Wednesday 5 March 2025 and will be made up of six episodes.

Who is the host of Rob Beckett’s Smart TV?

Rob Beckett is an English stand-up comedian and presenter, known for his role as a former co-host on I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out of Here! Now!, a team captain on 8 Out Of 10 Cats, and as the narrator of Celebs Go Dating.

He also hosts the podcast Parenting Hell with fellow stand-up star Josh Widdicombe.

On Sky, he joins Romesh Ranganathan on Rob and Romesh Vs… –  where the pair go behind the scenes to try out something new every week – whether it be sport (Rob’s favourite), music (Romesh’s favourite), or a growing trend or topical theme... from Country Music practice with Shania Twain to MMA fighting at the UFC.

Find out more about Rob and Romesh Vs here.

Who are the team captains on Rob Beckett’s Smart TV?

Alison Hammond first appeared on our screens in Big Brother way back in 2002 and has since become one of Britain’s most loved TV personalities. She currently can be seen on screen as the co-host of This Morning, The Great British Bake Off, and leading documentary series, For the Love of Dogs.

Josh Widdicombe is a stand-up comedian, actor, and presenter. His notable credits include The Last Leg, Mock the Week and winning Taskmaster. Together with Rob Beckett, he co-hosts the hit podcast Parenting Hell.

Who will appear in Rob Beckett’s Smart TV series 2?

Rob, Alison and Josh will be joined by some of the UK’s most loved faces for season two

The line-up this series includes:

  • Richard Osman (House of Games, Pointless)

  • Danny Dyer (Mr Bigstuff, Rivals)

  • Richard Ayoade (The IT Crowd, Travel Man)

  • Motsi Mabuse (Strictly Come Dancing, I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out of Here)

  • Giles Brandreth (This Morning, Celebrity Gogglebox)

  • Ṣọpẹ́ Dìrísù (Gangs of London, Slow Horses)

  • Chris McCausland (Bad Tidings, Strictly Come Dancing)

  • Kerry Godliman (After Life, Trigger Point)

  • Carol Vorderman (Countdown, I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here)

  • Kola Bokinni (Ted Lasso, Celebrity Bear Hunt)

  • Tom Allen (Bake Off: Extra Slice, The Apprentice: You’re Fired)

  • Steve Pemberton (League of Gentlemen, Inside No. 9)

Where can I watch Rob Beckett’s Smart TV?

Rob Beckett’s Smart TV is available to watch on Sky Max and streaming service NOW.

This is also where you’ll be able to find the second series, when it arrives next year.

Rob Beckett’s Smart TV is not available to watch on Netflix.

Does the series have its own podcast?

Yes! On top of the main series, Alison Hammond is hosting Smart TV, a podcast where she brings in her famous friends to talk about their perfect night in watching telly.

From what they’re currently watching, to the snacks they have to munch on while they do, the series delves into those special series that make the stars who they are today.

Joining her for the chats will be comedian Matt Crosby, who will be on hand with show stats, trivia and inside gossip on the shows.

The first season’s guests will be:

  • February 5: Richard E Grant

  • February 8: Rob Beckett

  • February 12: Prue Leith

  • February 15: Joanne McNally

  • February 19: Oti Mabuse

  • February 22: Kathy Burke

  • February 26: Daniel Mays

  • March 1: Nick Mohammed

  • March 5: Josh Widdicombe

  • March 8: Dermot O’Leary

  • March 12: Gyles Brandreth

  • March 15: Judi Love

  • March 19: Richard Armitage

  • March 22: Alex Brooker

  • March 26: Rob Delaney

  • March 29: Clare Balding

  • April 2: Aisling Bea

  • April 5: Olivia Attwood

  • April 9: Emmett Scanlan

  • April 12: Elizabeth Day

  • April 16: Adam Kay

Rob Beckett’s Smart TV season 2 coming March 2025 on Sky Max and NOW