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The Story So Far

Documentary looking at the history of the iconic quiz show, featuring famous ex-contestants such as Stephen Fry and John Simpson, plus hosts Bamber Gascoigne and Jeremy Paxman.

Documentary looking at the history of the iconic quiz show University Challenge. Featuring famous ex-contestants such as Stephen Fry, John Simpson, Julian Fellowes and Miriam Margoyles plus hosts Bamber Gascoigne and Jeremy Paxman, it traces the origins and development of the programme.

From the first show transmitted in 1962 to the present day as it is being immortalised on film in Starter for Ten, a celebration of the triumphs, disasters and quirky characters of an enduring TV institution.

1 hour

Credits

RoleContributor
ParticipantStephen Fry
ParticipantJohn Simpson
ParticipantJulian Fellowes
ParticipantMiriam Margolyes
ParticipantBamber Gascoigne
ParticipantJeremy Paxman
ProducerMaire Tracey
DirectorMaire Tracey
ProducerJane Littlewood
DirectorJane Littlewood

Broadcasts

  • Sat 27 Dec 200820:00
  • Sat 27 Dec 200820:20
  • Sat 19 Apr 201420:00
  • Sat 19 Apr 201421:00