Record Breakers

Record Breakers (1972-2001)

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Record Breakers is a British children's TV show, themed around world records and produced by the BBC. It was broadcast on BBC1 from 15 December 1972 to 21 December 2001. It was originally presented by Roy Castle with Guinness World Records founders twin brothers Norris McWhirter and Ross McWhirter.

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Scheduleevery Friday at 17:00 (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S30E08Episode 8Dec 21, 2001
S30E07Episode 7Dec 14, 2001
S30E06Episode 6Dec 7, 2001
S30E05Episode 5Nov 30, 2001
S30E04Episode 4Nov 23, 2001
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Record Breakers premiere?

Record Breakers premiered on September 20th, 1972.

Who was the presenter of Record Breakers?

Roy Castle was the original presenter of Record Breakers.

What was the main concept of Record Breakers?

The main concept of Record Breakers was to explore and showcase world records.

How were the records validated on the show?

The records were validated by an official from the Guinness Book of World Records.

Who were the regular hosts of the show in later years?

Norris McWhirter and Ross McWhirter took over as hosts of the show in later years.

What was the catchphrase often used on Record Breakers?

The catchphrase "dedication's what you need" was often used on the show.

Who was the youngest ever record breaker featured on the show?

The youngest ever record breaker featured on the show was a 6-month-old baby.

What was the most common type of record broken on the show?

The most common type of record broken on the show was physical fitness related records.

What was the most bizarre record ever broken on Record Breakers?

The most bizarre record ever broken on the show was for "the most live rattlesnakes held in the mouth at once."

How many world records were broken on Record Breakers over the course of the show?

Over the course of the show, more than 6,000 world records were broken on Record Breakers.

Was the show popular with viewers?

Yes, the show was very popular with viewers and ran for 29 years.

Did the show ever inspire competitors to beat records on the show?

Yes, the show inspired many competitors to beat the records showcased on the show and submit them to the Guinness Book of World Records.

Were there any notable celebrity guests on Record Breakers?

Yes, various celebrities appeared on the show, including David Bowie and Telly Savalas.

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