BBC viewers get tricked by Inside No 9's Lee Mack Quiz Show episode

The latest season of the BBC series Inside No 9, known for its clever storytelling, surprised many live viewers with another impressive stunt. Despite expecting a new episode on Thursdays, those tuning in were informed by the announcer that the schedule had been altered. Instead of Inside No 9, a quiz show hosted by Lee Mack would be broadcasted in its place.

During the broadcast of 3 By 3, a seemingly ordinary quiz show with nine contestants hosted by Lee Mack, viewers witnessed an unexpected twist as the show neared its conclusion. As tension built up and unsettling events unfolded, the closing moments took a terrifying turn. It was at this point that the credits for Inside No 9 began to roll, revealing to viewers who may not have initially caught on that they had once again fallen victim to the ingenious prank orchestrated by creators Steve Pemberton and Reece Shearsmith.

Unfortunately, for viewers catching up on BBC iPlayer, the episode lacks the element of the announcer informing them about a schedule change. As a result, they would miss out on the specific surprise element that live viewers experienced during the initial broadcast.


In a 2018 live episode of Inside No 9 titled "Dead Line," technical difficulties interrupted the broadcast, leading to an announcer's apology and the substitution of an old episode.

The episode took a surprising turn when a terrifying ghostly figure appeared and the scene shifted to CCTV footage of the show's creators, Reece Shearsmith and Steve Pemberton, in their dressing room. It was revealed that they were broadcasting from a haunted TV studio, where a vengeful spirit sought retribution against them for their disbelief in ghosts on a previous TV show. The storyline blurred the lines between reality and fiction, creating an immersive experience for viewers.

FAQs

Q: What is Inside No 9?
A: Inside No 9 is an anthology series known for its clever and inventive storytelling.

Q: Who are the creators of Inside No 9?
A: Inside No 9 is created by Steve Pemberton and Reece Shearsmith.