Ep 6. Killers
- TV-14
- October 11, 2013
- 29 min
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7.0 (69)
Qi season 12 episode 6 titled "Killers" is another exciting and informative episode of the popular British comedy panel game show. The episode puts its witty and intelligent panelists to the test with questions surrounding the world of killers.
Hosted by Sandi Toksvig, the show features regular panelist Alan Davies, along with a rotating cast of comedians and experts. For this episode, joining Toksvig and Davies are journalist Victoria Coren Mitchell, comedian Rhod Gilbert, and actor Ed Gamble
The episode centers around the subject of killers, delving into the various ways in which humans have killed each other over the years and across cultures. The episode is filled with fascinating facts and intriguing stories, presented in the show's trademark witty and lighthearted style.
The contestants are asked to answer questions about all kinds of killers, from the deadly spiders of Australia to the infamous assassins of history. They tackle questions like "What was the preferred weapon of samurai assassins?" and "What is the deadliest animal in Africa?," all while trying to outwit each other and impress the audience.
Throughout the episode, viewers will also be entertained by some fantastic stand-up comedy from Rhod Gilbert, who manages to find humor even in the darkest subjects.
One of the highlights of the episode is when the panel is asked to identify famous killers by their handwriting. The contestants are given samples of handwriting from notorious murderers throughout history, and they must try to match the handwriting to the correct killer. It is a fascinating look into the profiling of criminals and how much can be learned about the person through their handwriting.
Another memorable moment from the episode is when the panel is asked to identify various poisons based on their scent. It is a high-stakes challenge as the contestants must sniff out the correct answer, without getting poisoned themselves.
As always, the show is filled with plenty of laughs, with the contestants and host sharing jokes and amusing anecdotes throughout the episode. However, there is also a lot to learn, with the episode packed with fascinating tidbits of information about killers throughout history and their methods.
Overall, fans of Qi will not be disappointed with season 12 episode 6, "Killers." With its trademark blend of humor and intelligence, the episode is sure to entertain and educate viewers about one of the more macabre aspects of human history. Will any of the panelists emerge as the killer expert? Tune in to find out.