Based on the week's news, Have I Got News for You is fronted by guest hosts and features two regular team captains, Paul Merton and Ian Hislop. Each week the show invites two guests to cast a jaundiced eye over the week's news, resulting in a fast flow of anarchic, spontaneous and hugely entertaining wit and humour. Guests typically represent the world of politics, comedy, show-business and journalism, and are often themselves particularly newsworthy participants. The final touches of Have I Got News for You are put together only hours before recording, allowing guests to comment on the late-breaking news stories of the day.
Show Info
Schedule: Fridays at 21:00
(30 min)
Status: Running; returning October 2026
Show Type:
Panel Show
Genres:
Comedy
Episodes ordered: 10 episodes
Official site: www.bbc.co.uk
7.6 (27 votes)
Next Episode
Richard Ayoade, Gyles Brandreth
Episode 72x01; Oct 2, 2026
Richard Ayoade hosts, with guest pannelist broadcaster Gyles Brandreth joining team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop as they delve into the news.
Previous Episodes
| Episode Name | Airdate | Trailer |
|---|---|---|
| 71x10: David Tennant, Michael Gove, Chloe Petts | Jun 5, 2026 | |
| 71x09: Katherine Ryan, Jo Coburn, John Tothill | May 29, 2026 | |
| 71x08: Alexander Armstrong, Phil Wang, Judi Love | May 22, 2026 |
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Richard Ayoade is one of the best hosts because he can coral even the most rambunctious guest in an entertaining way that keeps the program from stalling. Even in the hat or helmet segment.
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