Question Time

★ 5.5 /10 13 votes

September 25, 1979 48 Seasons 1670 Episodes 60 min Returning Series NR

News Talk

Overview

This topical debate series based on Any Questions? typically features politicians from at least the three major political parties as well as other public figures who answer pre-selected questions put to them by a carefully selected audience.

Seasons & Episodes

Season 1

1979 • 13 Episodes

Season 2

1980 • 32 Episodes

Season 3

1981 • 32 Episodes

Season 4

1982 • 31 Episodes

Season 5

1983 • 32 Episodes

Season 6

1984 • 35 Episodes

Season 7

1985 • 29 Episodes

Season 8

1986 • 35 Episodes

Season 9

1987 • 33 Episodes

Season 10

1988 • 35 Episodes

Season 11

1989 • 37 Episodes

This was the last series original presenter Robin Day chaired the debating programme, with journalist and broadcaster Peter Sissons taking over when the programme returned after its summer break.

Season 12

1990 • 34 Episodes

Season 13

1991 • 34 Episodes

Season 14

1992 • 33 Episodes

Season 15

1993 • 34 Episodes

Season 16

1994 • 35 Episodes

When Question Time returned in January 1994, David Dimbleby took over chairing duties from Peter Sissons.

Season 17

1995 • 32 Episodes

Season 18

1996 • 33 Episodes

Season 19

1997 • 33 Episodes

Season 20

1998 • 33 Episodes

Season 21

1999 • 37 Episodes

Season 22

2000 • 36 Episodes

Season 23

2001 • 37 Episodes

Season 24

2002 • 37 Episodes

Season 25

2003 • 35 Episodes

Season 26

2004 • 36 Episodes

Season 27

2005 • 36 Episodes

Season 28

2006 • 36 Episodes

Season 29

2007 • 37 Episodes

Season 30

2008 • 36 Episodes

Season 31

2009 • 37 Episodes

Season 32

2010 • 40 Episodes

Season 33

2011 • 39 Episodes

Season 34

2012 • 36 Episodes

Season 35

2013 • 38 Episodes

Season 36

2014 • 36 Episodes

Season 37

2015 • 41 Episodes

Season 38

2016 • 39 Episodes

Season 39

2017 • 43 Episodes

Season 40

2018 • 39 Episodes

Season 41

2019 • 42 Episodes

The 2019 series saw Fiona Bruce take over moderating duties from long-serving former presenter David Dimbleby.

Season 42

2020 • 37 Episodes

Season 43

2021 • 39 Episodes

Season 44

2022 • 37 Episodes

Season 45

2023 • 37 Episodes

Season 46

2024 • 26 Episodes

Season 47

2024 • 33 Episodes

Season 48

2025 • 23 Episodes

Key Information

                                    Network
                                    BBC One
                                

                                    Type
                                    Talk Show
                                

                                    Rating
                                    5.5/10
                                

                                    Language
                                    EN
                                

                                    Country
                                    United Kingdom
                                

Cast & Crew

David Dimbleby

Self - Chair

Robin Day

Self - Chair

Fiona Bruce

Self - Chair

Peter Sissons

Self - Chair

Ken Clarke

Self - Panellist

Shirley Williams

Self - Panellist

Menzies Campbell

Self - Panellist

Charles Kennedy

Self - Panellist

Nigel Farage

Self - Panellist

Emily Thornberry

Self - Panellist

Robin Cook

Self - Panellist

Piers Morgan

Self - Panellist

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Question Time about?

How many seasons does Question Time have?

Question Time has 48 seasons with 1670 episodes.

When did Question Time premiere?

Question Time premiered on September 25, 1979.

Is Question Time still running?

Yes, Question Time is currently ongoing with new episodes.

Where can I watch Question Time?

Question Time originally aired on BBC One. Check your local streaming services for availability.

What is the rating of Question Time?

Question Time has a rating of 5.5/10 based on user reviews.

What genre is Question Time?

Question Time is classified as News, Talk.