Whose Line Is It Anyway?

Whose Line Is It Anyway? (1988-1998)

EndedVariety showComedy

The popular improvisation show, hosted with a stunning lack of impartiality by Clive Anderson.

Network
Scheduleevery Thursday (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S10E11Series 10 Compilation 2Jul 2, 1998
S10E10Series 10 Compilation 1Jun 25, 1998
S10E09Brad Sherwood, Debra Wilson, Colin Mochrie, Ryan StilesJun 18, 1998
S10E08Brad Sherwood, Wayne Brady, Colin Mochrie, Ryan StilesJun 11, 1998
S10E07Greg Proops, Phil LaMarr, Colin Mochrie, Ryan StilesJun 4, 1998
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

Whose Line Is It Anyway? premiere?

The TV show premiered on September 23, 1988.

How many regular panelists did the show have?

The show had four regular panelists: Ryan Stiles, Colin Mochrie, Greg Proops, and Tony Slattery.

Who was the host of the show in its original run?

The host of the show in its original run was Clive Anderson.

What kind of improv games are played on the show?

The show features a variety of improv games, including "Whose Line," "Party Quirks," and "World\u2019s Worst."

What was the prize for winning a game on the show?

There was no prize for winning a game on the show.

Who was the musical director for the show?

The musical director for the show was Colin Sell.

In which countries was the original UK version of the show broadcast?

The original UK version of the show was broadcast in the United Kingdom, United States, and Australia.

Was the show primarily scripted or improvised?

The show was primarily improvised, with only a few pre-written sketches.

How were the games chosen for each episode?

The games were chosen randomly by the host at the beginning of each episode.

Who were some of the celebrity guests on the show?

Celebrity guests on the show included Stephen Fry, Hugh Laurie, and Robin Williams.

Was the show known for its clean or raunchy humor?

The show was known for its clean humor, with little to no explicit content.

How many episodes were produced in the original UK version of the show?

A total of 10 episodes were produced in the original UK version of the show.

Did the show have a specific time slot or air day?

The show did not have a specific time slot or air day, but aired on Fridays during its original run.

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Also known as

  • Так чья сейчас реплика? (Russian Federation)

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