Taskmaster Season 22: First Look & Premiere Date Revealed!
Taskmaster Season 22 Is Coming: Everything You Need to Know (Explained Simply)
Photo: Avalon/Channel 4
What Is Taskmaster Anyway?
Imagine a game show where a big, grumpy boss (Greg Davies) gives five comedians ridiculous tasks — like "make the best cake using only things you find in a garden shed" or "hide a pineapple in a shop without the shopkeeper noticing." The comedians try their hardest (or barely try at all), and Greg’s assistant, Little Alex Horne, watches and takes notes. At the end, Greg awards points based on… whatever he feels like. It’s chaotic, hilarious, and very British.
Important Point: Taskmaster started in the UK in 2015. Now it’s a global hit with versions in the US, New Zealand, Australia, and more. But the original UK version is still the one fans love most.
When and Where Can You Watch Season 22?
Mark your calendars! Here are the key dates:
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| UK Premiere | September 3 on Channel 4 |
| Worldwide (Free!) | September 3 on the official Taskmaster YouTube channel |
| Release Schedule | One new episode every week |
| Time (US Eastern) | 5:00 PM Eastern each week |
Important Point: You don’t need a fancy streaming subscription. Just go to YouTube, search "Taskmaster," and watch the official channel. New episodes drop weekly at 5 PM Eastern.
Meet the Five Brave (or Crazy) Contestants
This season’s lineup mixes famous faces with "wait, who?" names that are actually comedy gold.
1. Richard Ayoade
- You know him from: The IT Crowd (Moss!), Travel Man, directing Submarine
- Recent wins: Nearly won Last One Laughing UK (a show where comedians try not to laugh)
- Upcoming: Joining Only Murders in the Building Season 6
- Vibe: Deadpan genius who overthinks everything
2. Matt Lucas
- You know him from: Little Britain, Doctor Who, hosting The Great British Bake Off
- Note: The article hopes he won’t do the same "punny schtick" (cheesy wordplay jokes) he did on Bake Off
- Vibe: High-energy character comedian
3. Chloe Petts
- You know her from: Comedians Taking Penalties (YouTube series where comedians take penalty kicks — literally)
- Where to watch: All episodes free on YouTube
- Vibe: Dry wit meets soccer chaos
4. Isy Suttie
- You know her from: Peep Show (played Dobby, Mark’s awkward girlfriend) — streaming on Hulu and BritBox
- Also: Musician and writer
- Vibe: Quirky, musical, delightfully odd
5. Nina Conti
- You know her from: Ventriloquism (talking with puppets without moving her lips!)
- Where to watch:
- Nina Conti, in Therapy (web series on YouTube)
- Live at the Apollo human-ventriloquism act (on YouTube)
- Vibe: Improv genius who makes puppets feel more real than people
Important Point: Don’t know Petts, Suttie, or Conti? That’s okay! The article says: "We live in a time when getting acquainted with British comedians is easier than ever. Thank you, internet!" All their best stuff is free on YouTube or streaming services.
What Kind of Ridiculous Tasks Are Coming?
According to the press release, contestants will have to:
- Crawl through secret tunnels
- Look for faces on toast (yes, really)
- Go on holiday with shoes (interpret that however you want)
- Make interesting use of their armpits
Important Point: The article jokes: "Best of luck to them and whoever has to clean the Taskmaster house after that armpit challenge."
The Big Mysteries
Who Will Win Greg’s Heart (and Points)?
Greg Davies is the Taskmaster. His word is law. His scoring makes sense only to him. Who will adapt best to his weird logic?
Who Is the Mystery Oscar Winner?
The article mentions: "a mysterious Oscar winner who’s already filmed a season of the show."
- This is not in Season 22 — they’ve already filmed a future season
- Fans are speculating wildly (could be an actor who directs, a composer, etc.)
- We’ll find out… eventually
Want More Taskmaster Right Now?
If you can’t wait until September, check out the "Good One" podcast episode with creators Greg Davies and Alex Horne. They talk about how the show works, favorite tasks, and behind-the-scenes chaos.
Summary
- Taskmaster Season 22 starts September 3
- Watch free worldwide on YouTube (new episodes weekly at 5 PM Eastern)
- Five contestants: Richard Ayoade, Matt Lucas, Chloe Petts, Isy Suttie, Nina Conti
- Tasks include: tunnels, toast faces, shoe holidays, armpit… creativity
- Mystery Oscar winner has already filmed a future season
- Catch up on contestants’ past work — mostly free on YouTube, Hulu, or BritBox
FAQ
Do I need to watch previous seasons to enjoy Season 22?
Nope! Each season is standalone. Five new people, new tasks, same Greg and Alex. Jump in anytime.
Is the YouTube channel really free? No ads? No subscription?
Yes, really free. The official Taskmaster YouTube channel uploads full episodes (usually a few days after UK air). There are ads (it’s YouTube), but no paywall.
What time is 5 PM Eastern in my time zone?
- Pacific Time: 2 PM
- Central Time: 4 PM
- UK (BST): 10 PM
- Australia (AEST): 7 AM (next day)
- New Zealand: 9 AM (next day)
Who is "Little Alex Horne"?
Alex Horne created the show and plays the put-upon assistant. Greg calls him "Little Alex Horne" as a running joke (Alex is actually tall). Contestants must address him this way or lose points.
Where can I watch older seasons?
- YouTube: Many full episodes on the official channel
- Channel 4 streaming (UK): All seasons
- Various services by region: Check JustWatch.com for your country
Start practicing the silliest way you can say "Little Alex Horne" — the chaos returns September 3!