Ep 12. Series 17 Episode 12
After more than a decade on the air, "8 Out of 10 Cats" continues to be one of the funniest and most popular panel shows on television in the UK. In Season 17, Episode 12, host Jimmy Carr is joined by captains Rob Beckett and Aisling Bea, as well as a whole host of celebrity guests, to discuss the biggest news stories and trends of the past week.
As always, the episode kicks off with a hilarious round of "What Are You Talking About?" where the contestants must guess the headlines that have been ripped from the newspapers and turned into baffling news stories. From there, they move on to "Pick of the Polls," where they must guess the results of some of the most bizarre and ridiculous surveys that have been conducted recently.
Of course, no episode of "8 Out of 10 Cats" would be complete without a few heated debates and arguments, and this installment does not disappoint. There are plenty of hot-button topics up for discussion, including the best way to deal with annoying colleagues at work, the pros and cons of social media, and the eternal question of whether it's better to be single or in a relationship.
As always, the guests are a mix of comedians, actors, and other public figures from across the UK. This episode features appearances from some of the funniest and most recognisable faces in British entertainment, including comedians Katherine Ryan and Joe Wilkinson, actor Sally Lindsay, and journalist Grace Dent.
There are also plenty of opportunities for the guests to show off their funny sides in the various games and challenges that are part of every episode of "8 Out of 10 Cats." From impersonating celebrities and trying to figure out who said certain ridiculous quotes, to playing a bizarre version of "Guess Who?" where the panelists are given increasingly obscure clues about a mystery celebrity, the laughs come thick and fast in this installment.
One particularly memorable moment comes when the guests are asked to guess the most Googled questions about the royal family. The results are hilarious, with some of the most outrageous and bizarre queries leaving the panelists speechless and struggling to keep a straight face.
As always, there are some unexpected twists and turns throughout the episode, as well as plenty of moments where the panelists are caught off guard and forced to think on their feet. But through it all, Jimmy Carr remains the reliable and hilarious host, keeping the show on track and ensuring that the laughs never stop.
Overall, Season 17, Episode 12 of "8 Out of 10 Cats" is a must-see for fans of British panel shows and comedy in general. With a great mix of games, challenges, and debates, as well as some of the funniest and most talented guests around, it's a guaranteed good time from start to finish.
