| Catchpoint | |
|---|---|
| Genre | High energy quiz show |
| Presented by | Paddy McGuinness |
| Theme music composer | Marc Sylvan |
| Country of origin | United Kingdom |
| Original language | English |
| No. of series | 4 |
| No. of episodes | 31 |
| Production | |
| Running time | Approx. 45 minutes |
| Production companies | Possessed 12 Yard Productions |
| Original release | |
| Network | BBC One |
| Release | 23 March 2019 – 25 June 2022 |
Catchpoint was a British physical game show that aired on BBC One from 23 March 2019 to 25 June 2022. Hosted by Paddy McGuinness, the show combined general knowledge questions with physical challenges, offering a unique twist on traditional quiz formats. [1]
The game was set in a studio featuring ten large LED screens arranged along the back wall, each displaying potential answers to questions. Suspended above these screens were trapdoors containing balls. When a contestant selected an answer, the corresponding trapdoor would open, releasing a ball. To win money, contestants had to catch the ball that fell from the correct answer's trapdoor.
The game featured multiple rounds:
Produced by Possessed and 12 Yard Productions, Catchpoint was praised for its family-friendly appeal and innovative format. It featured a visually striking set and combined elements of quiz shows with physical challenges, making it accessible and entertaining for a wide audience. [3]
Despite its popularity, the show was canceled after four series. The decision came following the 2021–2022 series, which consisted exclusively of celebrity specials, and no new series were commissioned thereafter. [4]
In its final series, Catchpoint shifted focus to celebrity editions, featuring well-known personalities competing for charity. Notable participants included: