Only Connect

Only Connect (2008- )

RunningGame Show show

Quiz show in which connections must be made between apparently unconnected things, where patience and lateral thinking are as vital as knowledge.

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Scheduleevery Monday at 20:00 (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S20E28The FinalMar 3, 2025
S20E27Third Place Play-OffFeb 24, 2025
S20E26Semi-Final - Tea Totallers v CrunchersFeb 17, 2025
S20E25Semi Final - Four Opinions v Cat CowsFeb 10, 2025
S20E24Introverts v Tea TotallersFeb 3, 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

What year did Only Connect premiere?

Only Connect premiered in 2008.

Who is the creator of Only Connect?

Only Connect was created by Victoria Coren Mitchell.

What is the format of Only Connect?

Only Connect is a quiz show that features two teams competing to solve various puzzle challenges.

Which network aired Only Connect in 2008?

BBC Four aired Only Connect when it premiered in 2008.

How many rounds are there in Only Connect?

Only Connect has four rounds in every episode.

What is the name of the first round in Only Connect?

The first round of Only Connect is called "Connections".

How much time do contestants get to solve each puzzle in Only Connect?

Contestants have two and a half minutes to solve each puzzle in Only Connect.

How many points are awarded for each puzzle solved correctly in Only Connect?

Points awarded for each puzzle solved correctly in Only Connect are determined by the difficulty of the puzzle.

What is the name of the second round in Only Connect?

The second round of Only Connect is called "Sequences".

What is the name of the third round in Only Connect?

The third round of Only Connect is called "Connecting Wall".

What is the final round in Only Connect called?

The final round in Only Connect is called "Missing Vowels".

How many teams compete against each other in Only Connect?

Only two teams compete against each other in Only Connect.

What is the prize for winning Only Connect?

The winning team of Only Connect receives a trophy.

What is the age limit to compete on Only Connect?

Contestants must be over the age of 18 to compete on Only Connect.

What are some of the categories covered in Only Connect?

Some of the categories covered in Only Connect are literature, music, history, and science.

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