Taskmaster

Series 1

TV-14

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Greg Davies is the all-powerful Taskmaster. Assisted by Alex Horne, he sets a series of devious tasks for comedians Frank Skinner, Josh Widdicombe, Roisin Conaty, Romesh Ranganathan and Tim Key.

Where to Watch Series 1

6 Episodes

Melon Buffet
E1
Episode 1Melon BuffetRoisin Conaty, Tim Key, Romesh Ranganathan, Frank Skinner and Josh Widdicombe are tasked with trying to paint the best picture of a horse whilst riding a horse, plus there's melon-eating, bath-emptying and pop-up tents.
The Pie Whisperer
E2
Episode 2The Pie WhispererNobly assisted by Alex Horne, Taskmaster Greg Davies commands his captive band of comedians (Roisin Conaty, Tim Key, Romesh Ranganathan, Frank Skinner and Josh Widdicombe) to identify the contents of a table full of mystery pies, make a film backwards, and high five a fifty-five year old.
The Poet and the Egg
E3
Episode 3The Poet and the EggThe comedians build a tower for an egg and make a video ‘blooper’. The results are kind of surprising and kind of scary. Plus, Josh Widdicombe gives Greg Davies the ultimate gift – one that they will both remember FOREVER.
Down an Octave
E4
Episode 4Down an OctaveGreg Davies and Alex Horne test the skills of their troupe of comedians. Can Roisin Conaty, Tim Key, Romesh Ranganathan, Frank Skinner, and Josh Widdicombe fill an eggcup with tears, remember an ozzie rules football team, or play Taskmaster squash?
Little Denim Shorts
E5
Episode 5Little Denim ShortsGreg Davies and Alex Horne host as Frank Skinner takes a boulder onto a train for a pleasant excursion. Then, he and the other comedians try to make a Swedish man blush.
The Last Supper
E6
Episode 6The Last SupperIn the last episode of the series, the five comics are not only playing for homemade chowder but also for the inaugural Taskmaster series winner’s trophy. Tasks include playing golf with eggs and cooking a meal using ingredients starting with every letter of the alphabet.